Agitation From the North, Development of Dennis Redoubt
In 1849, activities of Northern abolitionists became a matter of grave concern to people in Berkeley County, as well as all sections of the South. ...
In 1849, activities of Northern abolitionists became a matter of grave concern to people in Berkeley County, as well as all sections of the South. Because of ever increasing agitations against the way of life in the South at many meetings, hints about seceding from the Union were voiced by some speakers.With many meetings held throughout various locations of Charleston and Berkeley areas, citizens of St. James Santee met at their muster ground on July 7, 1851 and organized a branch of the South Rights Association for the purpose of more effectually organizing the people of the parish in support of the interests of the South.