Post & Courier columnist Brian Hicks is writing a series to celebrate 350 years of Charleston history. His 19th installment is “Long British occupation takes a heavy toll on Charles Town”
The British made themselves at home in Charles Town, which usually meant taking anything they wanted.
The British made themselves at home in Charles Town, which usually meant taking anything they wanted.
After the Continental Army surrendered in May 1780, British soldiers had the run of the city. To say they took advantage of the situation would be putting it mildly. READ THE ENTIRE COLUMN HERE