University of South Carolina Beaufort – Hilton Head Island Campus

While Robert Smalls is best known for his daring escape from slavery in Charleston harbor, his leadership in the era of post-Civil War… Presenter: Ron Roth While Robert Smalls is best known for his daring escape from slavery in Charleston harbor, his leadership in the era of post-Civil War Reconstruction is perhaps his greatest contribution to the advancement of American democracy. This presentation recounts Small’s pivotal role in the struggle to defend and extend African American rights in the tense, sometimes explosive atmosphere of South Carolina Reconstruction.

Increasing British oppression in the colonial commercial world dominated by shipping demanded staunch resistance from those most severely… Presenter: Rich Thomas Increasing British oppression in the colonial commercial world dominated by shipping demanded staunch resistance from those most severely oppressed. This talk will address the most significant naval incidents occurring in Beaufort District and the individual actions taken to ensure independence and fair trade for the area’s ports.

Presenter: Joe Grondalski

Featuring historic maps from the Island’s 300+ year history, discover history that has been lost to time and development in this informative session. We’ll discuss how the island has transformed from a wilderness to a world-renowned resort through the lens of our historic map collection. USCB Hilton Head Island Campus - Room 207

Presenter: Joe Grondalski

Featuring historic maps from the Island’s 300+ year history, discover history that has been lost to time and development in this informative session. We’ll discuss how the island has transformed from a wilderness to a world-renowned resort through the lens of our historic map collection. USCB Hilton Head Island Campus - Room 115