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A Palmetto Boy: Civil War-Era Diaries and Letters of James Adams Tillman
James Adams Tillman
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Description for A Palmetto Boy: Civil War-Era Diaries and Letters of James Adams Tillman
Hardcover. The Tillman family of Edgefield, South Carolina, is forever linked to Palmetto State history. This title features a collection of diary entries and family letters that present the historical record of the Civil War era as experienced by James Tillman, who belongs to this South Carolina family. Editor(s): Smith, Bobbie Swearingen. Num Pages: 200 pages, 16 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBFS; 3JH; BJ; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 503.
This title offers an insightful view of major Civil War battles from a representation of one of South Carolina's most influential families. The Tillman family of Edgefield, South Carolina, is forever linked to Palmetto State history, but not all of its members have yet had their stories told. James Adams Tillman (1842-1866) never had the chance to become a governor or U.S. senator like his younger brother 'Pitchfork' Ben or a U.S. congressman like his older brother George. But, like his more famous siblings, James also dedicated his life to the service of his community and state - a dedication ... Read more
This title offers an insightful view of major Civil War battles from a representation of one of South Carolina's most influential families. The Tillman family of Edgefield, South Carolina, is forever linked to Palmetto State history, but not all of its members have yet had their stories told. James Adams Tillman (1842-1866) never had the chance to become a governor or U.S. senator like his younger brother 'Pitchfork' Ben or a U.S. congressman like his older brother George. But, like his more famous siblings, James also dedicated his life to the service of his community and state - a dedication ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
University of South Carolina Press
Condition
New
Place of Publication
South Carolina, United States
ISBN
9781570039058
SKU
V9781570039058
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Ref
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About James Adams Tillman
Bobbie Swearingen Smith (1931-2009), the grandniece of James Adams Tillman, was born in Georgia and raised on Tillman family land. Smith was an accountant and published author of short stories and poetry. Her lifelong interest in history led her to explore her ancestor's life and inspired her to share his Civil War correspondence through this book.
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