The United States Constitution is a venerable document that has served the Nation since 1789 with relatively few changes. Charles...

Any recounting of the life of the man who became Sgt. William Jasper, one of the most famous heroes of the Battle of Sullivan’s Island,...

As dawn was breaking over Charleston Harbor on the morning of May 12, 1862, sentries on the parapet of Fort Sumter saw a familiar sight,...

In its 170-year history of defending our coast, Fort Moultrie has been the home of a number of well-known US Army officers including...

Built in 1809, Castle Pinckney is the oldest fortification still standing in Charleston Harbor. It was an active military post until...

During the siege of Fort Sumter in the last half of the Civil War, the United States Army and Navy turned to the use of large Parrott...

Exploring the Evolution of American Coastal Artillery The National Park Service at Fort Moultrie offers a unique journey through the...

The National Park Service, a division of the Department of the Interior, has had a presence in the Charleston Area for over 75 years....

10 Fascinating Facts about Liberty Square in Downtown Charleston, SC Liberty Square in downtown Charleston, South Carolina, stands as a...

Morris Island Lighthouse with Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse in the distance #1: Official Name: The official name for the lighthouse on...

The Charles Pinckney National Historic Site contains a portion of the historic Snee Farm that was the plantation or country seat of...

The Pinckney family of South Carolina contributed three important statesmen in the founding period of the United States. : They include...

Fort Sumter was the focal point for the opening acts of the American Civil War and became an important symbol of resistance to both the...

Fort Moultrie remains one of the most historic fortifications in the United States. Its location spans almost 250 years of history and...

As many journalists might tell you, significant news rarely occurs around Christmas, when families gather to celebrate. However, in...

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, it’s important to reflect on the sacrifices made by our forefathers....

Within the legacy of Fort Sumter’s iconic role in the arc of the Civil War, is a little-known fact that enslaved African Americans were...

The Civil War was a time of transformation, not only for our country but also for warfare. Innovation was the name of the game when it...

Following the Civil War, General Quincy Gillmore of the Army Corp of Engineers had Fort Moultrie rebuilt along the lines of the original...