[Non-Sequitur]

I will explain: Lincoln snubbed their offer of peace, therefore, they were bound by their code of honor, to reduce the fort, or be looked upon as cowards.

Of all the "it was all Lincoln's fault" arguements I've heard that has to be the most ridiculous.

[TexConfederate1861]

Look:

I get tired of having to lead you by the nose. As I said, you don't have a clue about honor. Everything that doesn't fit in your little Yankee Box is "ridiculous". Wake up and smell the grits. How can I explain a concept that 99% of you and the rest of the "Brigade" can't even comprehend?