Col. William Harden, with Brig. Gen. Francis Marion's consent, began operating between Charleston and Savannah to disrupt British lines in this area that was virtually a sanctuary for the enemy. He led his force of about 100 men down the Pocotaligo Road and ran into Capt. Edward Fenwick with thirty-five SC Dragoons near the Salkehatchie Bridge on April 5th. [More]
Friday, April 5, 2013