Stories, quotes and anecdotes from Appalachia. 1880s-1950s era.

Category: South Carolina

Author Katherine Scott Crawford discusses ‘Keowee Valley’

Crawford weaves historical research & storytelling into a dynamic, personal saga that intimately appeals to any reader of Appalachia lore.

Excerpt from KINGS MOUNTAIN AND ITS CAMPAIGN. AN ADDRESS BY Col. W. A. Henderson, ON OCCASION OF THE Unveiling of a Monument to its Heroes.

The Anderson County Museum will publish a book this fall that contains the World War II experiences of twenty county residents.

As Jackson slid into 3rd base, an opposing team fan shouted, “You shoeless son-of-a-gun!” It was the only time Joe played shoeless in a game.

Dot Jackson has written for the Charlotte Observer and the New York Times, and has edited smaller newspapers.

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