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Background information: Students have previously learned of the mercantile economic system and the Navigational Act of 1651. As transatlantic trade increased it became more difficult for England to...
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Standard 8.2.CO
8.2.CO - Compare the motives and demographics of loyalists and patriots within South Carolina and the colonies.
Grade(s): 8
Subject(s): Social Studies
Year: 2019
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Following the Tea Act of 1773 many colonial citizens refused to pay the duty and boycotted British tea. This video portrays actions taken by some citizens of Charleston in November and December, 1774...
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Help the Patriot Cause!! - The following letter is an “imagined correspondence” between Colonel Francis Lord Rawdon, British commanding officer of the British outpost at Camden, and Lieutenant Colonel...
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In these lessons, students will investigate the points of view of colonists who supported remaining loyal to Britain and those of colonists who supported breaking ties with Britain.
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This program is about Grace and Rachel Martin, two sisters-in-law living alone in the South Carolina back country who waylaid a British Courier with valuable papers by dressing up as colonial men...
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This South Carolina Women's program focuses on Revolutionary War heroine fourteen-year-old Dicey Langston, a young South Carolina girl who risked danger to help the Patriot cause. It a tale of courage...
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This program in the series focuses on Emily Geiger, a young girl who risks her life by serving as a messenger for the Colonial army during the Revolutionary War. Captured by the British and...
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The Dorcas Richardson program tells the true story about one of Francis Marion’s men, Richard Richardson, his wife Dorcas and their “battle” with Colonel Tarleton. Captain Richardson served under...
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This South Carolina Women's program focuses on Revolutionary War heroine fourteen-year-old Dicey Langston, a young South Carolina girl who risked danger to help the Patriot cause. It a tale of courage...
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Noted South Carolina historian Dr. Walter Edgar discusses the key issues in SC History. The American Revolution in the Up Country is discussed in three lessons: War in the Back Country Immense Cruelty...
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Noted South Carolina historian Dr. Walter Edgar discusses the key issues in SC History. The American Revolution in the Low Country is discussed in four lessons: South Carolina Enters the Revolution...
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The television lesson includes a segment on each man designed to give an insight into his character. Andrew Pickens had been parolled by the British in Charleston when that city was captured in May...
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At the battle of Fishdam Ford on the Broad River, Thomas Sumter had an opportunity to get personal revenge on a man who hours earlier had attempted to kill him. This segment depicts the events that...
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Old Exchange Building and Provost Dungeon, Charleston, S.C. Isaac Hayne was imprisoned there in 1781. He was a very popular businessman, well-off, whom they led through the streets of Charleston, by...
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Born in Charleston, South Carolina, William Henry Drayton (1742-1779) was a planter, lawyer, and politician during the Revolutionary War. He is credited with co-designing with Arthur Middleton the...
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Born in Charleston, South Carolina, William Moultrie (1730-1805) is known for his leadership during the American Revolutionary War. He defended the city of Charleston from British attack in 1776, and...
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5-minute historical profile of the life of statesman John Rutledge, South Carolina’s first Governor and delegate to the Constitutional Convention.
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Biography of the life of Declaration of Independence signer and noted statesman Thomas Lynch Jr. Through the use of archival materials, scholar interviews, and historical reenactment, this program...
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Biography of the life of Declaration of Independence signer and noted statesman Thomas Heyward, Jr. Through the use of archival materials, scholar interviews, historic sites, and reenactments, this...
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Upstate Visit to Walnut Grove Plantation Walnut Grove Plantation is located near Spartanburg, South Carolina. In the mid 1700s, it was the home of the Moore family, a family with 10 children. Walnut...
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Peter Horry (1743-1815) was a planter from Georgetown County, South Carolina, who became a politician and leader during the American Revolutionary War. He served at the Battle of Fort Moultrie in 1776...
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The homes of famous people tell us many things about the people who once lived there. Visiting these homes also helps us understand what life was like during their times. Middleton Place, located on...
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A brief biography of the life of Edward Rutledge, statesman, South Carolina Governor, and signer of the Declaration of Independence. Through the use of archival materials, scholar interviews, visits...
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8-minute biography of the life of American Revolution militia leader and US Congressman, General Andrew Pickens. Through the use of available archival materials, scholar interviews, and historical...