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STAFF RIDES AT HISTORIC CAMDEN
Focusing on the military history and significance of Camden, SC during the American Revolutionary War from the British occupied backcountry, the Camden battlefield, use of early gunpowder armaments, and the tactical decisions that shaped the outcome of the war.

MAIN CAMPUS: THE OCCUPIED TOWN

Historic Camden Revolutionary War Park, 222 Broad Street, Camden, South Carolina 29020

KERSHAW CORNWALLIS HOUSE  
Because of its strategic location and commercial prominence, Camden played a significant role in the Revolutionary War. This meticulously reconstructed Georgian style mansion replicates the home that once served as headquarters for the British during their occupation of Camden from June 1780 to May 1781, originally built by Camden founder Joseph Kershaw in 1777.

THE REDOUBT
The British army established the main garrison surrounded by five redoubts in 1780. Visit one of these significant defensive redoubt structures restored by Historic Camden to full military specifications. Included in the restoration are the blockhouse, gun powder magazine, and the barbette or raised artillery platform.

THE GUNPOWDER MAGAZINE
Constructed under the funding and supervision of Joseph Kershaw in 1777, the gunpowder magazine was commandeered by General Cornwallis on August 1, 1780. It was later destroyed by Lord Rawdon shortly after the Battle of Hobkirk Hill and the British evacuation of Camden.

BLACK GUNPOWDER DEMONSTRATIONS Take part in a hands-on artillery demonstration and live firing of our cannon and musket. Hear the history and logistics involved in the maintenance, transport, and targeting tactics of this early weaponry.

BATTLEFIELD: BATTLE OF CAMDEN, AUGUST 16, 1780

1606 Flat Rock Road, Camden, South Carolina

BATTLEFIELD TOUR
The August 16, 1780 Patriot defeat at the Battle of Camden led to a shift in leadership, new tactics, and decisions which ultimately turned the tide of the Revolutionary War. Walk the terrain where the armies met, learn of the errors in judgement and hear of the bravery and resilience of those who held the line on that fateful day.

PLANNING YOUR VISIT
The main campus is at 222 Broad Street in Camden, and the battlefield is at 1606 Flat Rock Road, approximately 15 minutes north of the main campus. Groups provide their own transportation between the two. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water; there is no running water at the battlefield, and a porta-john is the only restroom.

BOOK YOUR RIDE
Please contact Historic Camden 803-432-9841 or email info@historiccamden.org to schedule your date.

OUTSIDE TOUR GROUPS AND BUS TOURS
If you would like to include the Battle of Camden Battlefield on a bus tour or as part of a larger outside tour group please contact the office for schedule information and to arrange payment of $15 per visitor.

STAFF RIDE PRICING
$15 per person – tour of main campus
$15 per person – tour of the battlefield
$20 per person – combination ticket for both locations