George,
I think that ship was called the Star of the West and it's intention according to President Lincoln was to resupply the troops at Ft. Sumter with provisions necessary for their comfort. He told Pickens in his letter that he intended to unload provisions and did not intend to unload any troops unless they were attacked that then he would unload troops. I remember the posts and the discussions and I don't think anyones opinion will change this time around. What say you?