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February, 1783: Enslaved Revolutionary War spy freed along with his wife and child
The American Revolution presented enslaved people an opportunity to gain their freedom if they joined the British forces or spied …
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January, 1766: The German Friendly Society was established
On January 15, 1766, Michael Kalteisen held a meeting in his home in Charleston with Daniel Strobel and fourteen other …
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Dec., 1762: Early Conflict between Governor and Legislature Foreshadows Revolution
On December 16, 1762, the South Carolina legislature resolved to do no further business with the governor until he recognized …
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October, 1765: A Masked Mob Searches Henry Laurens’ House
Under the guidance of Lord Grenville, the British Parliament passed the Stamp Act in March 1765. This was the first …
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