French Quarter in Charleston in Charleston County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Francis Salvador
Photographed By Michael Sean Nix, February 13, 2010
1. Francis Salvador Marker
Francis Salvador
1747-1776
First Jew in South Carolina to hold public office and to die for American Independence
He came to Charles Town from his native London in 1773 to develop extensive family landholdings in the frontier district of Ninety Six. As a deputy to the Provincial Congress of South Carolina, 1775 and 1776. He served with distinction in the creation of this state and nation, participating as a volunteer in an expedition against Indians and Tories, he was killed from ambush near the Keowee River, August 1, 1776.
Born an aristocrat, he became a democrat; an Englishman, he cast his lot with America; true to his ancient faith, he gave his life for new hopes of human liberty and understanding.
Erected 1950 by Historical Commission of Charleston, S.C.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Colonial Era • Patriots & Patriotism • Settlements & Settlers • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical year for this entry is 1773.
Location. 32° 46.617′ N, 79° 55.82′ W. Marker is in Charleston, South Carolina, in Charleston County. It is in the French Quarter. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Meeting
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. P.G.T. Beauregard (a few steps from this marker); Washington Light Infantry Monument (a few steps from this marker); Prayer Composed By Ellison Capers (a few steps from this marker); Henry Timrod (within shouting distance of this marker); Robert Gibbes (within shouting distance of this marker); George Washington Statue (within shouting distance of this marker); Captain John Christie (within shouting distance of this marker); Daniel Ravenel II House (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Charleston.
Also see . . .
1. Jewish Encyclopedia. (Submitted on February 14, 2010, by Michael Sean Nix of Spartanburg, South Carolina.)
2. Jewish World Review. (Submitted on February 14, 2010, by Michael Sean Nix of Spartanburg, South Carolina.)
Photographed By Michael Sean Nix, February 13, 2010
2. Francis Salvador Marker
Photographed By Michael Sean Nix, February 13, 2010
3. Marker is in Washington Park
Photographed By Michael Sean Nix, February 13, 2010
4. Washington Park
Photographed By Michael Sean Nix, February 13, 2010
5. Washington Park
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