Near Timmonsville in Florence County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Assassination of Rep. Alfred Rush
Photographed By Cindy Bullard, October 27, 2010
1. The Assassination of Rep. Alfred Rush Marker
Alfred Rush (d. 1876), a black state representative for two terms during Reconstruction, was assassinated near here, about 1/2 mi. from his home, on May 13, 1876. Rush, who represented what was then Darlington County in the S.C. House 1868-70 and 1874-76, was also a deacon at Savannah Grove Baptist Church.
Reverse
Rush and his wife, returning from a picnic at Mt. Carmel Church near Timmonsville, were ambushed by an unknown gunman. Alfred Rush was killed instantly. Several black Darlington County officials wrote Gov. D.H. Chamberlain, “this was a cold blooded murder and our people are very much excited over it.”
Erected 2008 by Florence County Historical Commission. (Marker Number 21-24.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: African Americans. A significant historical month for this entry is May 1870.
Location. Marker has been reported missing. It was located near 34° 5.073′ N, 79° 50.923′ W. Marker was near Timmonsville, South Carolina, in Florence County. Marker was on West John Paul Jones Road (County Route 35) half a mile east of Peniel Crossroads, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Effingham SC 29541, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles
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Photographed By Cindy Bullard, October 27, 2010
2. The Assassination of Rep. Alfred Rush Marker Reverse
Photographed By Dave W, May 21, 2023
3. The Assassination of Rep. Alfred Rush Marker Missing
The marker was broken off of its pole and is now missing.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 24, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 28, 2010, by David Bullard of Seneca, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 1,399 times since then and 61 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 28, 2010, by David Bullard of Seneca, South Carolina. 3. submitted on May 22, 2023, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
