Publisher's Synopsis
Hampton And His Red Shirts: South Carolina�������s Deliverance In 1876 is a historical book written by Alfred B. Williams. The book is a detailed account of the events that took place in South Carolina in 1876 and how the state was saved by Wade Hampton and his Red Shirts. The author provides a comprehensive description of the political turmoil that existed in South Carolina during this time, including the controversial election of 1876, which was marked by fraud and violence.The book highlights the role played by Wade Hampton, a former Confederate general, in leading the Red Shirts, a paramilitary group that was formed to protect the rights of white South Carolinians. The author provides a detailed account of how the Red Shirts played a crucial role in ensuring that the election of 1876 was fair and free from fraud.The book also explores the impact of the election on South Carolina and the wider United States. The author provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, and economic changes that took place in South Carolina after the election, including the end of Reconstruction and the rise of the Jim Crow era.Overall, Hampton And His Red Shirts: South Carolina�������s Deliverance In 1876 is a well-researched and informative book that provides a detailed account of the events that took place in South Carolina in 1876. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the struggle for civil rights.Story Of The Victorious Ride Of The Red Shirts In South Carolina, Told By A Newspaper Reporter.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.