The Carolina Chronicles
The Carolina Chronicles
Morgan Ring
A search for family history unearthed facts that have changed our perspective on not just South Carolina history, but also American history. It's our goal to shed light on these hidden treasures.
Cowpens Battlefield Visit
Cowpens National Battlefield holds a reenactment every year on the anniversary of the battle. We stopped by and spoke to some of the park staff and reenactors about Revolutionary history and some of their experiences.
Feb 8, 2025
23 min
Elder John - Music & Family
Elder John Burch was featured in a PBS docuseries titled American Epic, detailing the early days of American musical recordings. We talk about his church in Cheraw, and how his choir would influence not just gospel music, but one of the greatest jazz musicians of the twentieth century. We also talk about how a priority for education has been passed down through the family, as well as uncover a few little known family facts. You can listen to Elder John's music on Spotify and Apple Music.
May 30, 2022
15 min
Family Ties
A new branch of the family tree was discovered roughly five years ago. Stephanie and Kim detail their search for family history and how it lead them to a tiny crossroads called Mt Croghan.
May 2, 2022
39 min
Foundations of the Supreme Court
Anne brings in Danielle Reid to talk about the early days of the US Supreme court. Also, South Carolina apparently couldn't help but get involved in everything, in the early days.
Jun 26, 2021
24 min
Declaration of Independence
A reading of the Declaration of Independence. *Note: Some alterations have been made to the text, but only in cases of words that have fallen out of use. These alterations in no way change the meaning of the text, and are only an attempt to make it more accessible.
Mar 7, 2021
10 min
Beloved Woman
Colonial culture among the Native Americans is discussed. Plus, Spain tries to colonize South Carolina yet again!
Feb 19, 2021
37 min
Society Hill
A town little more than a cross roads holds a treasure trove of history.
Dec 13, 2020
19 min
Aunt Jane
November is Native American Heritage Month. Mom and I talk about ways Native Americans effected South Carolina's development, as well as their impact on our own family.
Nov 23, 2020
24 min
Dicey Langston: Local Heroine
Rob returns to tell us the story of Dicey Langston, a local girl who lived during the Revolutionary War, and whose story is amazing!
Nov 8, 2020
19 min
Adventure Awaits
Continuing with Rob Chumley, he tells us about an early South Carolinian who was a bit adventure prone. Plus, a few more firsts, and a brief discussion about South Carolina wildlife.
Oct 16, 2020
26 min
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