History & Lore

Discover South Carolina’s Revolutionary heart. Explore the people, places, and moments that shaped America’s fight for independence and still inspire us today. From historic facts and key moments; to the battle sites, stories and characters that changed the course of history.

It Happened Here

The Southern Campaigns in South Carolina—the most intense and consequential phase of the American Revolution – ran from 1775 to 1783. But, the history (and stories) are much broader. Explore the stories, facts, places and key moments in time that won the war in South Carolina.

Historic Timeline

Get the definitive facts on South Carolina’s path from colonial unrest to final freedom — a timeline of battles, bold resistance, and moments in history that shaped America’s destiny.

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Historic Sites

Explore 200 historic sites and nearly 700 historic markers across the state to experience the American Revolution in South Carolina.

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Explore Counties

Uncover the Revolutionary War sites, stories and celebrations happening in communities near you.

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Their stories are our stories

From Francis “Swampfox” Marion to lesser known heroes, South Carolina’s cast of characters played a vital role in changing the course of history for a nation and the world. Uncover their stories – their triumphs, failures and contributions.

Heroes of The Revolution

Go past the headlines and dive deeper into the people, places and events on the ground in Revolutionary South Carolina.

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Publications

Explore the history of the people, places and events of the American Revolution.

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News & Notes

From historic people, places and events to the modern day revolutionaries contributing to South Carolina’s commemoration of the American Revolution…get all the stories on our blog.

Stories

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Trace Your Roots

Discover your Revolutionary roots. Explore SC250’s genealogy tools to uncover ancestors, family stories, and connections that shaped America’s fight for independence.

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