Categories: American OtherNews

The Sword of South Carolina

This is the sword of Governor Joseph Emile Harley, the 100th governor of South Carolina. He fought in the Spanish American War and was the only governor to die in the mansion.
Discerning History

Share
Published by
Discerning History

Recent Posts

Henry Knox: The Engineer Who Led a Noble Train

Knox General William Howe lowered his spyglass in astonishment. He could not believe what he…

3 weeks ago

Pilgrims Wanted for Hazardous Journey

Shackleton's ad, "Men Wanted for Hazardous Journey" is legendary (and unfortunately mythical). But this advertisement…

1 month ago

Join Us to Celebrate 250 Years of Independence!

We would like to invite you to join us on our history tour this year…

1 month ago

On Bradford’s Trail: Plymouth!

Two rival churches at the foot of Plymouth's burial hill - a split between the…

2 months ago

On Bradford’s Trail: Clark’s Island

Clark's Island was the first landing spot of the Pilgrims in Plymouth Bay. It remains…

2 months ago

Oliver Cromwell: The Lord Protector

Cromwell at the Battle of Nasby The unthinkable had happened! Englishmen were at war –…

3 months ago