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The Battle of Hog Island

On November 11-12, 1775, Royal Navy ships engaged the schooner Defense in the Battle of Hog Island – the first battle of the Revolutionary War in South Carolina. Learn more about this pivotal moment in South Carolina’s Revolutionary War history.

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A Disagreeable Subject: Thomas Jeremiah and the Coming of the American Revolution

In August of 1775, Thomas Jeremiah was convicted and hung. Many Patriots thought that this wealthy, free black man of Charleston was preparing to aid the British during their upcoming attack. Others believed he was entirely innocent. Here is his story.

The Birth of South Carolina’s Navy

July 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the creation of South Carolina’s Revolutionary War navy. Learn more about its birth, early challenges, accomplishments, and battles in 1775 – including the first battle of the Revolutionary War in South Carolina.

Miss Carolina Sulivan, one of the obstinate daughters

News of the stunning defeat at the Battle of Sullivan’s Island triggered the publication of a biting satirical cartoon entited “Miss Carolina Sulivan, one of the obstinate daughters of America, 1776.” Learn more about this cartoon and the various symbology used within its design.

South Carolinia’s Revolutionary Paper Currency

In June of 1775, South Carolina’s Provincial Congress approved the printing of new paper currency to help fund its defensive needs and economy. From June 1775 through October 1776, these notes also contained mottos and symbols designed to support South Carolina’s drive for independence.

South Carolinia Regiments are Formed

On June 6, 1775 South Carolina’s Provincial Congress resolves that two regiments of infantry and a third regiment of mounted riflemen be raised. The 2nd South Carolina and the 3rd South Carolina Ranger regiments played a significant role in the Battle of Sullivan’s Island.

South Carolinians at the Second Continental Congress

May 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of the start of the Second Continental Congress. South Carolina would initially send five delegates to this congress in Philadelphia that was famous for producing the Declaration of Independence. Learn more about the delegates from South Carolina there at the opening of this congress.

When Did Charleston Learn of Lexington & Concord?

Despite its great significance, news about the April 19, 1775 Battles of Lexington and Concord took some time to reach Charleston. Learn how Charleston and South Carolina learned about the Shot Heard Round the World.

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April 1775: Charleston’s Arms & Gunpowder Raids

April 21, 1775: Teams of South Carolina Patriots moved through the night and raided three weapons storage and gunpowder magazines around Charleston. This raid was one of the most important and successful covert operations of the war.

1775: Key Events in the Charleston Area

What was happening 250 years ago in Charleston? Learn more about the events of 1775 – a pivotal year filled with growing tensions and revolutionary crisis.

250th: South Carolinia at the First Continental Congress

The First Continental Congress in Philadelphia (September 5- October 26, 1774) was an important gathering that further unified the colonies and paved the way to independence. Learn about the five South Carolinian delegates.

10 Facts: The Battle of Sullivan’s Island

Learn more about this great American victory on June 28, 1776 – the date that is celebrated today as Carolina Day. Learn more about the battle and some of its interesting happenings and legacies.

British Occupied Charlestown, 1780-1782

Learn more about life in Charleston during the period in which it was occupied by the British Army during the Revolutionary War. New research by Christina and Nic Butler.

The Charleston Tea Crisis of 1773

Learn more about Charleston’s resistance to the Tea Act of 1773 and its actions to stop the importation of taxed tea to the colony.

10 Facts about Charleston’s Tea Protests

So if the Tea Act lowered the price of tea, why did Charlestonians rise up in protest? This and other interesting facts.

Tea & Revolution: An Interview with James Fichter

SC250Charleston spoke with Dr. James Fichter about his new book on tea’s role just before the Revolution, his observations on the tea protests of 1773-1776, and some of the myths surrounding the Tea Party.

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SC250 Charleston Videos

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Tea and Archeology
at Drayton Hall

April 1775 Arms and
Gunpowder Raids

The Battle of
Sullivan’s Island

Carolina Day 2025
Highlights

Tea at the Heyward
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