Liberty or Death

The American victory at Breach Inlet came at great risk and sacrifice as Thomson’s rangers, other state troops, militia, and Indians from South Carolina joined soldiers from North Carolina and Virginia to defend Sullivan’s Island, knowing their rebellion jeopardized their lives and property. British troops and Americans loyal to the crown made long and perilous journeys by sea and land to put down the rebellion, arriving on these desolate wilderness islands sick, tired, and hungry and suffering from disease, heat, humidity, scant food, and bad water. Men on both sides made the ultimate sacrifice during the exhausting ten days and nights of combat. By sacrifice and skill, the Americans on Sullivan’s Island won a surprising and decisive victory that helped keep Charles Town free from British control for four crucial years.

Sullivan's Island, South Carolina · United States