American Revolution

“R” is for Rutledge, John (ca.1739-1800). Lawyer, jurist, governor.

“R” is for Rutledge, John (ca.1739-1800). Lawyer, jurist, governor.

“P” is for Port Royal, Battle of (November 7, 1861). The Battle of Port Royal culminated an amphibious operation designed to establish a United States military depot on the islands on the southeastern coast to carry out land and sea operations against the Confederacy.

“P” is for Port Royal, Battle of (November 7, 1861). The Battle of Port Royal culminated an amphibious operation designed to establish a United States military depot on the islands on the southeastern coast to carry out land and sea operations against the Confederacy.

“M” is for Moultrie flag. "This was the first American flag which was displayed in South Carolina.”

“M” is for Moultrie flag. "This was the first American flag which was displayed in South Carolina.”

“M” is for Moultrie, William (1730-1805). Soldier, governor.

“M” is for Moultrie, William (1730-1805). Soldier, governor.

“M” is for Motte, Rebecca Brewton (1737-1815). Revolutionary War heroine.

“M” is for Motte, Rebecca Brewton (1737-1815). Revolutionary War heroine.