[Gianni]

Lincoln made it clear that his intent was to land food and supplies only, and that men and munitions would be landed only if the resupply was opposed.

A flat lie.

[Non-Sequitur]

A flat lie.

Nonsense. Lincoln stated as such in his message to Governor Pickens. "I am directed by the President of the United States to notify you to expect an attempt will be made to supply Fort Sumter with provisions only; and that, if such attempt be not resisted, no effort to throw in men, arms, or ammunition will be made, without further notice, or in case of an attack upon the Fort."