Episode 43 - Civil War Ghosts - Ft Sumter
The Psychic and The Skeptic by Christy Clark and Kathryn Wickham
Episode notes
In this episode, Christy and Kathy launch a multi-part series on Civil War history and alleged hauntings, debating whether “vibes” at historic sites reflect paranormal activity or emotional responses to tragedy. They discuss personal connections to Gettysburg, Oklahoma’s Fort Washita (now owned by the Chickasaw Nation), and a visit to the Andersonville POW camp in Georgia, describing its harsh conditions and solemn atmosphere. They outline key Civil War causes beyond slavery, including territorial expansion, states’ rights, and economic differences, then cover the timeline (1861–1865) and more than 600,000 deaths. Focusing on Fort Sumter as the war’s official start (April 12, 1861), they recount the 100-gun salute accident that killed Private Daniel Hough and review reported ghost claims, while emphasizing how anecdotes, suggestion, and modern pa ...