“M” is for Middleton, Arthur (1742-1787). Legislator, signer of the Declaration of Independence. Born at Middleton Place on the Ashley River, Middleton was educated in England at Cambridge and the Inns of Court. In 1765 he was elected to the Commons House of Assembly. In 1768 he and his wife began a three year European tour. Returning home, he served in the assembly and on many revolutionary committees. In 1776 he was elected a delegate to the Continental Congress where he signed the Declaration of Independence and helped frame the Articles of Confederation. With the surrender of Charleston, Middleton was taken prisoner and sent to St. Augustine. He was exchanged and was again a member of the Continental Congress. After the war was over, Arthur Middleton devoted his energies to repairing his war-ravaged estate.
“M” is for Middleton, Arthur (1742-1787)
