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The Oldest Museum In America
If you are looking for the oldest museum in America that is actually in South Carolina, The Charleston Museum in Charleston is the one, founded in 1773 and proudly known…
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Rock Eagle and Rock Hawk: Ancient Effigies of Georgia
Georgia is bursting with history, from the cobblestone streets of Savannah to the bustling heart of Atlanta—and every small town in between. The state is dotted with countless historical sites,…
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Horton House
I recently took a brief trip to Jekyll Island, which is primarily known for its beautiful beaches. However, my visit was to the Horton House, a historic site. The remains…
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The Battle for Fort Pulaski: How Rifled Cannons Changed Warfare Forever
Fort Pulaski, located near Savannah, Georgia, is best known for a dramatic Civil War battle that forever changed military engineering. But behind its brick walls lies a lesser-known story of…
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Fort McAllister State Park
Situated just south of Savannah near I-95 along the scenic Ogeechee River, Fort McAllister Historic Park boasts one of the Confederacy's best-preserved earthwork fortifications. This site withstood significant Union attacks,…