Attacks Upon Georgetown - South Carolina
N 33° 21.991 W 079° 15.604
17S E 661871 N 3693272
Site of a 1781 battle in which the British retreated from the town.
Waymark Code: WM8Q4J
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 05/01/2010
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On January 24, 1781, Capts Carnes and Rudolph, by orders from Gen Marion and Col Lee surprised the British garrison at Georgetown and Captured Col Campbell. Upon Gen Marion's second approach, June 6, 1781, the British evacuated the town. Gen Marion seized the stores, demolished the works and retired.
Erected by Georgetown Chapter DAR 1938
Type of Historic Marker: Plaque
Historical Marker Issuing Authority: Georgetown DAR 1938
Age/Event Date: 06/06/1781
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