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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Cherokee County, South Carolina

 
Clickable Map of Cherokee County, South Carolina and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Cherokee County, SC (85) Spartanburg County, SC (129) Union County, SC (43) York County, SC (156) Cleveland County, NC (33) Rutherford County, NC (51)  CherokeeCounty(85) Cherokee County (85)  SpartanburgCounty(129) Spartanburg County (129)  UnionCounty(43) Union County (43)  YorkCounty(156) York County (156)  ClevelandCountyNorth Carolina(33) Cleveland County (33)  RutherfordCounty(51) Rutherford County (51)
Gaffney is the county seat for Cherokee County
Adjacent to Cherokee County, South Carolina
      Spartanburg County (129)  
      Union County (43)  
      York County (156)  
      Cleveland County, North Carolina (33)  
      Rutherford County, North Carolina (51)  
 
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1 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Blacksburg — "Huzzah for Liberty!" — Kings Mountain National Military Park — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
“Huzzah for Liberty!”-The hour is 3 o’clock, October 7th, 1780. Atop the ridge are 1100 British-Americans under Major Patrick Ferguson. Surrounding the mountain are about as many American Patriots gathered from far and near. Within the . . . Map (db m62103) HM
2 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Blacksburg — 19th Century Club World War Veterans Monument
In Memory of World War VeteransMap (db m44275) HM
3 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Blacksburg — Blacksburg VFW Post 4941 Veterans Monument
In Honor of All VeteransMap (db m44274) HM
4 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Blacksburg — 11-5 — Frederick Hambright
[Front]: Col. Frederick Hambright (1727-1817), a prominent militia officer of the American Revolution, lived his last 25 years in a house which stood 200 yds. NE. Hambright, born in Germany, emigrated to America as a boy, and settled in . . . Map (db m28236) HM
5 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Blacksburg — James Williams at Kings Mountain / The Battle of Kings Mountain
James Williams at Kings Mountain James Williams was born in Virginia in 1740. He married Mary Wallace in 1762, and the couple had eight children. The Williams family moved south to Caswell County, N.C., then to present day Laurens County, . . . Map (db m206695) HM
6 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Blacksburg — October 6, 1780
← October 6, 1780 British Route of MarchMap (db m34732) HM
7 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Blacksburg — Route of March
→ Each of the opposing forces used this old road to reach its battle positions October 6 and 7, 1780Map (db m34728) HM
8 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Blacksburg — William Anderson — Cenotaph — to a Pioneer Settler —
In Memory of William Anderson Who was born in County Antrim, Ireland Oct. 1, 1821
Emigrated to America, 1841 Died far from home, among kind-hearted strangers May 1, 1847 . . . Map (db m44272) HM
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9 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Charleston — 10-124 — Skirmish at St. Andrew’s Parish Church
On March 22, 1780, British and Hessian troops nearing Charleston were met by Patriot cannon fire near St. Andrew's Parish Church. They advanced on the church from the opposite side of Church Creek after reports that a Patriot detachment of 150 . . . Map (db m242464) HM
10 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — "...A Most Dreary Appearance"
In 1849, journalist-historian Benson Lossing traveled to the Scruggs farm seeking information about the Cowpens battle. Using the house as a point of reference, he located fields "within a quarter mile of the Scruggs" where the battle raged more . . . Map (db m32276) HM
11 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — 09.11.2001 — A Day Not To Be Forgotten
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12 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — A Race for the Grasshopper
Near the end of the battle, as the Americans swept forward, two Continental officers sought to capture the enemy's light 3-pounder "grasshopper" cannons. Captain Anderson of Maryland won the race when he used his spontoon to vault forward onto one . . . Map (db m13029) HM
13 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — After Victory
After victory at Cowpens, American commander, General Daniel Morgan marches his army off this field to the north and crossed the Broad River. In North Carolina, Morgan dismissed the militia. Many of the heroes of Cowpens helped build the . . . Map (db m34739) HM
14 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Battle of Cowpens Monument
South Inscription: The Congress of the United States has caused this Monument to be erected on the site of the Battle of Cowpens as a testimonial to the valor and in appreciation of the services of the American Troops on this field in . . . Map (db m11186) HM
15 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Brown Building — 521 North Limestone Street — Gaffney Historic District —
This Building was built in 1915 by Horace Brown. It features a crenellated parapet with stone coping and Tudor design concrete panels. The storefront retains its original Tudor arches at the entrances. This three-story brick building once housed The . . . Map (db m210056) HM
16 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Capri Theater — 302 North Limestone Street — Gaffney Historic District —
This 1908 structure opened as a meeting hall; and served as Becker's Bakery from 1929-1936. In Nov. 1936, a stage and screen were added, becoming home to the Cherokee Theater, hosting musical talent that passed through Gaffney. In 1970, the facility . . . Map (db m210091) HM
17 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — 11-6 — Carnegie Library
This Classical Revival building, built in 1913-14 and designed by Arthur W. Hamby, was one of 14 public libraries built in S.C. between 1903 and 1916 with funding from Andrew Carnegie and Carnegie Foundation. A 1938 addition compatible to the . . . Map (db m7307) HM
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18 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Carroll School of Fine Arts Building — The National Register of Historic Places — South Carolina Department of Archives and History —
[title is inscription]Map (db m209925) HM
19 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Cherokee County Confederate Monument — Our Confederate Soldiers — 1861-1865 —
(North Inscription) "Lest we Forget" (South Inscription) Though men deserve they may not win success. The brave will honor the brave vanquished none the less. (Footstone) This tablet in memoriam Moses . . . Map (db m7347) HM
20 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Cherokee County Veterans Monument
World War I Allen, Landrum • Allen, Loyd • Bobo, Jesse • Burgess, Arthur • Camp, Oscar • Chesney, Coke T. • Collins, Ed • Crocker, Alexander • Dickson, Leander T. • Dowdle, Glenn • Edwards, Arthur • Ellis, Grier • Gallman, Richard . . . Map (db m11166) WM
21 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Cherokee County WW I Rememberence
In Memory of the Boys of Cherokee County who lost their lives in the World War, 1917 - 1918 Arthur Burgess • Grier Ellis • Richard Callman • Jay Bee Godfrey • Albert Grant • Broadus Hames • John G. Hamrick • Richard Hicks • Thomas . . . Map (db m13433) HM
22 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Chronicle Place — 423 North Limestone Street — Gaffney Historic District —
This building was built in 1903 by Mr. L. Baker. After the addition of 7 vaults and safes, Merchants and Planters National Bank opened in 1914. Two giant, walk-in, side-by side vaults still to this day operate on a time lock system. This three-story . . . Map (db m210093) HM
23 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Col. James Williams
Col. James Williams Hero of the battle of Kings Mountain 1780 Erected by Daniel Morgan Chapter D.A.R. 1917Map (db m7331) HM
24 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Colonel Howard's Misunderstood Order
After firing twice, the militia retreated behind the Continentals who were awaiting the British advance in this area. British reinforcements, Fraser's 71st Highlanders, threatened the Continentals' right flank. Lt. Col. Howard ordered his right . . . Map (db m13031) HM
25 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Commercial Hotel — 600 North Limestone Street — Gaffney Historic District —
This building was constructed in 1899 by J.D. Goudelock for the purpose of a hotel. Commercial Hotel opened its doors on July 1, 1900. In 1929, Mace Pennington opened the Majestic Cafe. The cafe was renovated in 1947, installing the huge booths at . . . Map (db m210052) HM
26 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Curtis Building — Established 1845 — Limestone University —
In 1845, Dr. Thomas Curtis was able to fulfill his dream of establishing an institution of higher learning for young women by purchasing a magnificent building at Limestone Springs, which had been constructed in the 1830s as a resort hotel. The . . . Map (db m209839) HM
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27 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Double Envelopment
On this field, the Continentals blunted the British advance, then charged with bayonets flashing. Cavalry hit the left and right of the 71st. The militia reformed and surged against the right and left. British troops found themselves overwhelmed . . . Map (db m13030) HM
28 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — 11-14 — Dunton Chapel Methodist Church
Dunton Chapel Methodist Church can trace its origins to 1870 when Rev. J.R. Rosemond began preaching in the home of Milton Hardy. The church was built c. 1878, but has undergone many renovations, including being brick veneered in 1937. Originally . . . Map (db m196183) HM
29 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — E.C. McArthur — 1882~1947 — Gaffney, South Carolina —
A pioneer in the Promotion of the Conservation District movement, locally, statewide, and national. First chairman ~ Broad River Conservation District. First president ~ S.C. Association of Conservation Districts. First president ~ . . . Map (db m18240) HM
30 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — First Baptist Church
[Lower marker]: First Baptist Church Founded 1878 Built 1899 B.P. Robertson, Pastor [Upper marker] Corner stone from second auditorium building which was demolished September 1949 to make way for the present building . . . Map (db m7554) HM
31 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Form the Line of Battle
Today Tarleton's force would be called a combined arms task force. It contained all the elements to conduct a quick movement and "engage an enemy." Ranks of redcoated fusiliers, regulars, and raw recruits of the 7th Regiment formed in this immediate . . . Map (db m13423) HM
32 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — From Cow Pasture to Battlefield
The view seen beyond was a frontier pasturing ground, known locally as the Cow Pens. The name came from the custom of wintering cattle in the lush area around Thicketty Mountain. General Daniel Morgan chose this ground for its tactical . . . Map (db m126716) HM
33 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — From Pasture to Park — Cowpens National Battlefield
The land you are standing on has not always been protected by the National Park Service. For 200 years after the battle, homes, farms, and other businesses occupied the 842 acres that make up Cowpens National Battlefield. Although Congress . . . Map (db m108656) HM
34 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Gaffney — Michael Gaffney
[Southeast Face] Born Sept. 29,1775 in Granard, County Longford, Ireland. Came to Charleston S.C. Feb. 3, 1800. Married Miss. Polly Smith of Smith's Ford Union County July 21, 1803. He established the present site of . . . Map (db m7270) HM
35 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — 11-2 — Gaffney
The Grindal Shoals and Cherokee Ford roads crossed here when this land was orininally granted to John Sarratt in 1799 by the State of South Carolina. Michael Gaffney purchased the land in 1804 and by 1820 Gaffney's Tavern was located at the . . . Map (db m7245) HM
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36 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Gaffney Cornerstone
A stone located on the northeast corner of this intersection commemorates the point from which the streets of the town of Gaffney were laid out in 1873.Map (db m23941) HM
37 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Gaffney Mfg. Company Store — 616 North Limestone Street — Gaffney Historic District —
Circa 1905, this building is listed on the 1910 map as a hardware store, being built by Gaffney Manufacturing and used as their company store. In 1913, Gaffney Furniture Co. moved into the establishment, showcasing furniture sales on the 1st floor . . . Map (db m210299) HM
38 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — 11 - 11 — Goucher Baptist Church
(Front) This church, the oldest in the Broad River Association, was founded in 1770 and was first called Thicketty Branch Baptist Church. After meeting in a brush arbor and area houses, it built its first permanent church, a log building, . . . Map (db m59075) HM
39 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — 11-7 — Granard Graded and High School / Granard High School
Granard Graded and High School This is the original location of Granard Graded and High School, also known as Granard Street School. It was built here between 1905 and 1914 and included the first black high school in Gaffney. The first high . . . Map (db m23967) HM
40 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Hamrick Hall of Science — The National Register of Historic Places — South Carolina Department of Archives and History —
[title is inscription]Map (db m209918) HM
41 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Hearth and Home — Cowpens National Battlefield
Richard Scruggs II bought 100 acres adjacent to Cowpens battlefield after the South Carolina General Assembly opened vacant lands for sale. Around 1811 he built a log cabin, probably with a split log roof and dirt floor. The family sheared wool, . . . Map (db m108653) HM
42 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — In Memoriam — Adolphus Nott Wood, of South Carolina and Millie Catherine Draper, of Alabama — (Dec. 17th, 1845 Oct. 8th,1932) (May 14th, 1856 Dec. 11th, 1894) —
Married June 27th, 1874. Came to Gaffney in August, 1876. Merchant, Banker, President of Mills, Business Leader, Builder of Homes and Houses of Business, Philanthropist. This building was erected by A.N. Wood in 1881, being from the . . . Map (db m7330) HM
43 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — January 17, 1781 — A Decisive American Victory Fought in Less than One Hour
The British soldiers arrived at the Cow Pens about dawn. The right flank of the British army formed in this general area with the rest of the troops stretching across the Green River Road. Ahead, in the distance, Morgan's army awaited.Map (db m11356) HM
44 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Landscape Restoration Project
In 1787 this field was a grassy meadow dotted with tall hardwoods, native grasses and cane. Today, the land is being restored to its appearance at the time of the battle.Map (db m32353) HM
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45 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Let 'em Get Within Killin' Distance
The American second line of defense stood in position here. About sunrise,the British appeared. The militia, though not trained to stand against massed British bayonets, fought well and shot with deadly effect. "At first it was pop, pop, pop . . . Map (db m77693) HM
46 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Limestone — Φ Ω Σ Δ Ε — 1845 — Reported missing
The Seven Branches Of Learning Quadrivium The higher division of the seven liberal arts in the Middle Ages, composed of geometry, astronomy, arithmetic, and music Trivium The lower division of the seven liberal arts . . . Map (db m7253) HM
47 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — 11-3 — Limestone College
Founded in 1845 as the Limestone Springs Female High School by Dr. Thomas Curtis and his son Dr. William Curtis, distinguished Baptist clergymen. The school thrived until falling on hard times during the Civil War and Reconstruction. In 1881 the . . . Map (db m44487) HM
48 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — 11-1 — Limestone Springs
Used as early as the American Revolution, this site became a “Summer Watering Place” in 1835. Low country aristocrats such as Governor David Johnson were attracted here by the climate and therapeutic waters. A post office was here . . . Map (db m9967) HM
49 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Michael Gaffney
1775 - 1854 Michael Gaffney Founder City of Gaffney Memorial Wall Erected 1976 by City of Gaffney Leonard Hope, Mayor Ben L. Clary, City Administrator Ray Clary, Frank Guyton, Fred Kirby John Q. . . . Map (db m23558) HM
50 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Michael Gaffney Home — * 1804 *
Michael Gaffney was born in Granard Ireland and immigrated to the United States in 1797. After a short period in New York, he set sail for Charleston, South Carolina. He departed Charleston for the upstate and arrived at Smith's Ford on the Broad . . . Map (db m7280) HM
51 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Millwood Park
. . . Map (db m13709) HM
52 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Morgan's Flying Army
Morgan's army came from many states-the two Carolinas, Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, and Virginia. They were joined by the militia, some of whom had helped destroy the British army of loyalist Americans under Ferguson at Kings Mountain. They . . . Map (db m13035) HM
53 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Race to the Dan River — Reported missing
General Morgan's army secured a great victory on the field before you: "Our loss was inconsiderable, not having more than twelve killed and sixty wounded. The enemy's loss was 10 commissioned officers and over 100 rank and file killed and 200 . . . Map (db m13034) HM
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54 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Race to the Dan River
General Morgan's army secured a great victory on the field before you: "Our loss was inconsiderable, not having more than twelve killed and sixty wounded. The enemy's loss was 10 commissioned officers and over 100 rank and file killed and 200 . . . Map (db m88623) HM
55 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Road to the Revolution — Cowpens National Battlefield
The Green River Road, which evolved from an Indian trail to a colonial trade route, played a fundamental role in the Revolutionary War battles that led to America's victory at Yorktown, Virginia. On the evening of October 6, 1780, while on . . . Map (db m108657) HM
56 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Settlemyer Building — 601-603 North Limestone Street — Gaffney Historic District —
This 1903 building was nicknamed "hole in the wall" due to a recessed 3rd story balcony. Featured on the corner entrance is a marble ionic column. Past businesses include Gaffney Drug Co., Western Union Telegraph and Cherokee Savings Bank.Map (db m210098) HM
57 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Sharpshooters at the Skirmish Line
The sharpshooters at the skirmish line waited until Tarleton's army got within shooting distance. Their orders were to slow Tarleton's advance with well-aimed rifle fire and then fall back to the militia second line. As the British came within . . . Map (db m13065) HM
58 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Sinkoe Building — 414 North Limestone Street — Gaffney Historic District —
This building was constructed in 1929. The basement clothing department, added in 1953 was not part of the original construction. Graham Cash Company occupied this property from 1929 until 2002. In 2008, the building was purchased by Gayle White, . . . Map (db m210092) HM
59 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Skirmishers Retreat, British Advance
After firing as ordered, the American skirmishers melted back to the second line of defense. Seeing this, the British troops moved forward at quickstep, raising a great shout as they advanced.Map (db m13028) HM
60 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Smith's Pool Parlor — 510 North Limestone Street — Gaffney Historic District —
The original building at this location was built in 1896 by J. Galloway and sold to M. L. Ross in 1900. After several attempts to correct the falling foundation, a new structure replaced the old in 1916. Ross sold half interest in his pool room to . . . Map (db m210097) HM
61 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Spirit up the People — Reported unreadable
"Sir-you are appointed to the command of a corps of Light Infantry, a detachment of Militia, and Lt. Col. Washington's Regiment of Light Dragoons...The object of this detachment is to give protection to that part of the country and spirit up . . . Map (db m13061) HM
62 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Star Theatre — 400 North Limestone Street — Gaffney Historic District —
It cost $20,000 to construct this building in 1902. The first performance "A Colonial Girl" starred Bertha Creighton and took place on October 2, 1902. "The Star" featured stage shows, silent movies, and later, movies with sound. After 35 years at . . . Map (db m210023) HM
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63 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — 11-10 — Steen Family Cemetery
The family cemetery of Lt. Col. James Steen (d. 1781), S.C. militia officer during the American Revolution, is on his plantation nearby, along Thicketty Creek. Steen, who commanded units in several campaigns from 1775 to 1781, was killed in 1781 . . . Map (db m44670) HM
64 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Sword Clash on Green River Road
Nearby, retreating British officers of the 17th Light Dragoons, clashed with pursuing American horsemen led by Lt. Col. William Washington. He quickly outpaced his troops, broke his weapon at the hilt when he got into a sword fight with a British . . . Map (db m13025) HM
65 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — The Battle of Cowpens
In the winter of 1780, General Daniel Morgan moved a veteran force of American Continentals and militia into the area west of the Broad River in modern-day Spartanburg and Cherokee Counties. To counter this threat, British Commander Lord Cornwallis . . . Map (db m108659) HM
66 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — The Battle of Cowpens: Prelude to Victory
On this field on January 17, 1781, Daniel Morgan led his army to a brilliant victory over Banastre Tarleton's force of British regulars. One of only a few successful double envelopments in history, this battle is recognized by historians as one . . . Map (db m126715) HM
67 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — The British Army
British commander, Lt. Col. Banastre Tarleton, ordered a detachment of cavalry forward to scatter the American skirmishers. The green-uniformed British Legion - Americans loyal to the king - awaited the order to advance.Map (db m11357) HM
68 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — The Cavalry (Dragoons) at Cowpens
The open forests proved well-suited for cavalry action. Fast-moving, hard-hitting mounted troops called Light Dragoons bolstered the 18th century infantry. At least seventy South Carolina and Georgia mounted militiamen, armed with pistols and . . . Map (db m13063) HM
69 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — The Continental Army at Cowpens — Cowpens National Battlefield — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
This line consisted of Continentals from Maryland and Delaware as well as militia from Virginia and North Carolina. Seasoned veterans under Lt. Col. John Eager Howard of Maryland, they had served at least one year and were Morgan's most reliable . . . Map (db m13064) HM
70 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — The Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail — Reported missing
The Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail preserves and commemorates the route of Patriot militia during the 1780 Kings Mountain campaign. During that historic event, on October 6, 1780, American forces stopped here at the Cow Pens to rest . . . Map (db m108660) HM
71 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — The Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
The Revolution in the South After the war in the North came to a stalemate, British commanders decided take the war to the South where there was thought to be an abundance of Loyalist (Americans in favor of British rule) support. When the . . . Map (db m108661) HM
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72 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — The Reverend Thomas Curtis, D.D.
[East Face]: Erected to the Memory of The Reverend Thomas Curtis, D.D. by his affectionate and devoted pupils. [West Face]: He was born May 10, 1797 in the town of Wisbfach England. And was lost . . . Map (db m7281) HM
73 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — The Robert Scruggs House
Robert Scruggs married Catherine Connell, and in 1828 his father, Richard Scruggs, gave them 200 acres of land. They had eleven children and added onto the house as the family grew. Life at the time was hard; yeomen farmers raised corn, . . . Map (db m126717) HM
74 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Towne Center
Towne Center This side indicates the center point for the second survey by the Town of Gaffney to expand its city limits to include all property within a one-mile radius of this location. The survey was conducted by R.O. Sams, February 27, 1890 . . . Map (db m44392) HM
75 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Trail of Dog Wood Spring — 1780
[title is inscription]Map (db m209828) HM
76 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — U.S. Memorial Monument
This monument was dedicated in 1932 in recognition of all the men who fought at the Battle of Cowpens.Map (db m42716) HM
77 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Washington Light Infantry Monument
This Monument was erected by The Washington Light Infantry Of Charleston S.C. L.M. Hatch. Capt April. 1856 Cowpens Chapter D.A.R. 1936Map (db m13385) HM
78 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Washington Light Infantry Monument
The Washington Light Infantry of Charleston, South Carolina, erected this monument in 1856 near the final stages of the Battle of Cowpens to commemorate the important American victory here. Though the years have changed much of the monument's . . . Map (db m138554) HM
79 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Welcome to Cowpens National Battlefield — A Revolutionary War Site
This park commemorates a decisive battle that helped turn the tide of war in the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution.Map (db m42656) HM
80 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Welcome to Cowpens National Battlefield — A Revolutionary War Site
This park commemorates a decisive battle that helped turn the tide of war in the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution.Map (db m195609) HM
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81 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — 11-5 — Whig Hill
This plantation, 1.5 mi. S. near Thicketty Creek, was settled about 1767 by John Nuckolls, Sr. (1732-1780), a native of Virginia. During the American Revolution, as the war in the backcountry became a vicious civil war, the plantation became . . . Map (db m39046) HM
82 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Gaffney — Winnie Davis Hall — The National Register of Historic Places — South Carolina Department of Archives and History —
[title is inscription]Map (db m209865) HM
83 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Pacolet — Littlejohn Family Reunion
Site of Littlejohn Family Reunion Since 1939 Placed here by their descendants, this plaque honors those 18th century pioneer immigrants who were among the first to settle in this section of South Carolina, namely, Thicketty . . . Map (db m23974) HM
84 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Pacolet — 11-9 — Mulberry Chapel Methodist Church
[Front]: This African American church, the first in what is now Cherokee County, was most likely built between 1880 and 1890. It served the Whig Hill, Asbury, and Thickety communities of what was Union County before Cherokee County was . . . Map (db m19724) HM
85 South Carolina, Cherokee County, Pacolet — 11-8 — Nuckolls-Jefferies House
This house was built in 1843 for William Thompson Nuckolls (1801-1855) and later owned for many years by John D. Jefferies (1838-1910). Built in the Greek Revival style of the antebellum period and altered in the Neo-Classical style of the . . . Map (db m17737) HM
 
 
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