Pre Civil War
After Mr. Randolph completed his home the civil war began. He opposed sececsion in the south. But he gave money to the southern cause and his kids faught for the Confederates.
Civil war
During the civil war Mr. Randolph fled to Texas so he continue to make a profit safely. Mrs. Randolph stayed back to keep the farewell of the house. She saved the house from a naval fire squad from the ships as they passed.