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This 3-day battle was the largest battle on Johns Island during the Civil War. In July, the Confederates still defending Charleston had control of James Island and Johns Island. The barrier islands, Folly and Morris, were under Union control. The Union forces were planning an all out attack on Charleston. Attacks were planned at 5 different locations around the Charleston area. At this time, th...