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RULES
- The essay must be between 600 and 1200 words in length
- The essay must be type written, double spaced in 12 pt. type or larger.
- A bibliography in standard style is required.
- The essay must be solely the work of the student, and the student must submit the signed and dated pledge on the information sheet that is to be turned in with the essay that the work is solely the student’s work.
- All entries become the property of Fort Sumter Camp.
- All entries must be submitted by April 1, 2011.
- The Entry Submittal Form is to accompany the essay.
- Submit Entry To:
Fort Sumter Camp Essay Contest
1235 Kensington Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
CRITERIA FOR AWARD
- A committee composed of members of the Fort Sumter Camp, including current and/or retired college professors, will review and rank the essays that are timely submitted. The chief criteria are:
- The quality of scholarship and research
- The use of correct grammar and spelling
- The originality of the work on the subject chosen
- The use of primary sources of material for research