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Events and Happenings on James Island and in the Lowcountry – May 1861 and 1862
May 4, 1861 – An editorial in the Mercury states the war is not going to be much of a drain upon the country because it will spend little money on the war for the money spent by the Government … Continue reading
Charleston Batteries Won’t Keep Going and Going
By Tom Robinson Published: Tuesday, May 17, 2011 4:30 PM EDT (Charleston Mercury) It’s a good thing that the collection of the Chapman paintings of War Between the States batteries now on display at the Gibbes Museum captures the heroic … Continue reading
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James Island Civil War Tour
Tours will take place every Wednesday starting May 4, 2011 through August 3. Time: 8:30am – 3:30pm James Island, South Carolina A day long exploration of the James Island sites that played a key role in the defense of Charleston. … Continue reading
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James Island Civil War Tours = The Best Tour of the War’s Beginning
“March 23 is the next James Island Civil War Tour. An all day excursion into James Island’s Civil War History. jandgtours.com 888-309-5634″
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Unveiling of a South Carolina Historical Marker
Monday, December 20, 11:00 am, 134 Meeting Street This will take place on the sidewalk between Circular Congregational Church and Queen Street, downtown Charleston. Speaking at the event will be: The Honorable Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Dr. Eric Emerson, … Continue reading
“Star of The West” Commemoration, January 8, 2011
J&G Tours J & G Tours is planning a Marsh Tour on January 8 to Cummings Point to join in the commemoration of the firing upon the “Star of the West” by Citadel cadets on January 9, 1861. There is … Continue reading
Sesqui – Centenial Programs, Activities, Events and Tours
Dec 3 invitation-1Dec 3-4 Lectures
