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These programs focus on the history of the South Carolina State House, as well as some interesting aspects of its renovations. These programs bring to life the rich history and architecture of our...
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The Ordinance of Secession is located near the front doors of the main lobby. This document allowed SC to be the first state to secede from the union. The First Baptist church is where it all happened...
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The 2 large revolutionary war paintings on the main lobby walls are explained. Emily Geiger volunteered to deliver a message by horseback to General Sumter's camp and is captured.
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The SC State house took 52 years to complete. Renovations and structural improvements were done in the 1990s. It is landmark full of legend and legacy.
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There are 124 member of the House of Representatives. The symbol of authority is the State Mace. The house chamber walls are covered with portraits of famous South Carolinians.
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Naturalist Rudy Mancke tells us about the lettered olive shell.
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There are 46 senators. Each serve 4 years in office. One of the most oldest, most valued pieces is the elegant senate desk and backing, hand carved from bottom to top. The symbol of authority of the...
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Dr. Mark Smith analyzes the most intense, and disastrous portion of the battle: General George Pickett’s charge. The result of this charge was a disastrous one for the South. “General Lee, I have no...
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In this section, Dr. Mark Smith first details the Conscription Act of 1863. He then analyzes how some historians misconstrue the cause of the entire war, and then discusses how Great Britain almost...
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In the final section, Dr. Smith details what it must have been like for civilians living in Gettysburg, experiencing the battle first-hand, and the battle's horrific aftermath.