What a story! This is one I had never heard or even had an inkling of. And to know there was some thought of it in "The Patriot" makes it even better! Thanks, Tara!!!
Great story! Thanks for sharing. It's amazing how in times like that, the top leaders and generals always rise to the top, even staying on their horse after bring shot!
My most recent post is asking readers if they think they really would have supported the American Revolution, or if they would have, even if disgruntled, stayed with what they knew under the governance of the crown. I think all Americans like to think they would, but it takes a lot of bravery, like these men had to really step outside and accomplish a seemingly insurmountable task.
An enlightening story about the war in South Carolina. I would guess that Gen. Sumter might be the namesake of both the fort and the University of South Carolina's mascot.
I'm too late today for an entry in the contest, Dad blast it.
The movie "The Patriot" made this battle come alive in my mind. Bloody Banastre Tarleton was an evil man for sure. The rag tag militia riflemen kicked some British butt at the battle of Blackstocks. Thank you Tara.
You have to give "Bloody Ban" some credit, as he was an effective, though cruel, officer. But his aggression, as here, often landed him in trouble, turning sure victory into defeat. And what more can you say about Thomas Sumter? What a leader of men!
Sumter took advantage of Tarlton’s aggressive and over-confident character. The attitude of British superiority was a weakness often exploited during the American Revolution.
I love the often overlooked history of the American Revolution in the South! It was very significant and after the British could not prevail in the North they looked to take the South and move northward. At best, their control was very spotty and constantly contested by such leaders as Sumpter. The South Carolina militia was not like that of the North who would easily cut and run, but were a constant source of trouble for the British. Thanks for remembering about this event in the American Revolution, Tara!
The feisty fighters of the American militia proved themselves to be smart and effective in overcoming Tarleton and the British. I love the way you tell the stories of how our independence was won. Our history is so interesting with every event. Thank you, Tara, for all your time and efforts to share our history with us.
What a story! This is one I had never heard or even had an inkling of. And to know there was some thought of it in "The Patriot" makes it even better! Thanks, Tara!!!
Great story! Thanks for sharing. It's amazing how in times like that, the top leaders and generals always rise to the top, even staying on their horse after bring shot!
My most recent post is asking readers if they think they really would have supported the American Revolution, or if they would have, even if disgruntled, stayed with what they knew under the governance of the crown. I think all Americans like to think they would, but it takes a lot of bravery, like these men had to really step outside and accomplish a seemingly insurmountable task.
An enlightening story about the war in South Carolina. I would guess that Gen. Sumter might be the namesake of both the fort and the University of South Carolina's mascot.
Always a good read from you,Tara, this morning ☕ and will reStack ASAP 💯👍
I'm too late today for an entry in the contest, Dad blast it.
The movie "The Patriot" made this battle come alive in my mind. Bloody Banastre Tarleton was an evil man for sure. The rag tag militia riflemen kicked some British butt at the battle of Blackstocks. Thank you Tara.
You have to give "Bloody Ban" some credit, as he was an effective, though cruel, officer. But his aggression, as here, often landed him in trouble, turning sure victory into defeat. And what more can you say about Thomas Sumter? What a leader of men!
Sumter took advantage of Tarlton’s aggressive and over-confident character. The attitude of British superiority was a weakness often exploited during the American Revolution.
Everyone was sneaky in this story!
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I love the often overlooked history of the American Revolution in the South! It was very significant and after the British could not prevail in the North they looked to take the South and move northward. At best, their control was very spotty and constantly contested by such leaders as Sumpter. The South Carolina militia was not like that of the North who would easily cut and run, but were a constant source of trouble for the British. Thanks for remembering about this event in the American Revolution, Tara!
The feisty fighters of the American militia proved themselves to be smart and effective in overcoming Tarleton and the British. I love the way you tell the stories of how our independence was won. Our history is so interesting with every event. Thank you, Tara, for all your time and efforts to share our history with us.