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A native of Chester, S.C., Dr. Vivian Ayers Allen is a poet, cultural activist, and American classicist. A 1939 graduate of the historic Brainerd Institute in Chester, Dr. Ayers attended Barber-Scotia...
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Isaac Washington, Sr. is highly regarded for his numerous contributions to South Carolina. While Washington is arguably most well-known for his illustrious career in media, he also advocated for civil...
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An overview of the archaeological excavations at Fort Frederick.
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280 years ago, the colonial government in Port Royal conceded to the settlers’ demands for a new fort for protection from a Spanish incursion. Although its original mission was short-lived, in 1863...
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Engaging the public in archaeology around South Carolina is a key mission for SCDNR and archaeologists everywhere.
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Tabby was the concrete of 18th century coastal Carolina. Making tabby is nearly a lost art, but is kept alive today by a master craftsman.
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The enslaved are freed. Old Fort Frederick becomes the site of one of the most important moments in American history. Quotations from historians featured in this segment include: "Miss Laura Towne...
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Ancient American Indians were the first occupiers of Port Royal. The plan for a large archaeological expedition are finalized.
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The Colonials arrive in Port Royal and the Crown allocates funds for a fort.
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Time has degraded the tabby walls of the old fort. A master craftsman has the right recipe for restoration.