Francis Marion Memorial Service Scheduled for February 27th

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Gen. Francis Marion kept the American Revolution alive after the fall of Charlestown in May 1780 and helped America achieve our Independence from Britain.

Come hear our speaker share the stories of the Swamp Fox!!

Guest speaker is Citadel Professor Scott Buchanan, guest singer is John Mark McQuown, Color Guard is the Washington Light Infantry, William Anderson will play the bagpipe.

Several organizations will present wreaths including General Marion’s Brigade Chapter, NSDAR; Margaret Gregg Gordon Chapter, NSDAR;  Marion Marauders Society and Col. Hezekiah Maham Chapter, SCSSAR.

Because this is a Saturday event, school children are especially invited.

If you need more information, contact [email protected].

The event begins at 11 a.m. at the site of Marion’s tomb.