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1861-1865. Learn about the battles during the Civil War, Sherman's March through the South, Robert Small's heroics, The Hunley and more.
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Forensic Investigation of the Crew | Walter Edgar's Journal

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Forensic Investigation of the Crew | Walter Edgar's Journal
Episode 6
Dr. Jacobsen talks about the forensic investigation of the Hunley’s crew members, and analyzes the effects of sediment helping preserve their remains. The Hunley project has yielded both scientific...
A Giant Puzzle | Walter Edgar's Journal

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A Giant Puzzle | Walter Edgar's Journal
Episode 1
In this first segment on the Confederate submarine C.S.S. Hunley, Walter Edgar and Senator Glenn McConnell discuss how finding the submarine disproved all pre-conceived notions about its design...
Dixon's Gold Coin | Walter Edgar's Journal

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Dixon's Gold Coin | Walter Edgar's Journal
Episode 7
Before the Hunley was found, Lieutenant George Dixon’s gold coin was just considered a legend. Dr. Maria Jacobsen tells the story and significance behind Lt. Dixon’s coin, and shares her excitement...
Identifying The Crew | Walter Edgar's Journal

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Identifying The Crew | Walter Edgar's Journal
Episode 8
Another challenge faced during the Hunley investigation was identifying the members of the crew. Determining who was who among the crew proved difficult due to lack of Confederate records. Dr. Maria...
The Hunley's Design | Walter Edgar's Journal

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The Hunley's Design | Walter Edgar's Journal
Episode 4
In this segment, Sen. Glenn McConnell talks about the design of the Hunley. Previous replicas and diagrams of the Hunley were found to be inaccurate upon discovery of the real submarine.
Raising The Hunley | Walter Edgar's Journal

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Raising The Hunley | Walter Edgar's Journal
Episode 2
Senator Glenn McConnell discusses raising the Hunley. Some of the challenges faced were maritime legal issues, and how the submarine was going to be lifted off of the ocean floor. Preserving the...
Confederate Sea Raiders | Walter Edgar's Journal

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Confederate Sea Raiders | Walter Edgar's Journal
Episode 4
Another tactic the Confederacy used against the Union was deployment of “Sea Raiders,” or privateers, whose mission was to raid Union ships in an attempt to disrupt the North's economy. Dr. Symonds...