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National Military Park · SC

Kings Mountain National Military Park

Thomas Jefferson called it "The turn of the tide of success." The battle of Kings Mountain, fought October 7th, 1780, was an important American victory during the Revolutionary War. The battle was the first major patriot victory to occur after the British invasion of Charleston, SC in May 1780. The park preserves the site of this important battle.

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Photos

An oval gravestone for Maj Patrick Ferguson is in front of his stone covered grave.
Major Patrick Ferguson's Grave
A patriot rifleman stands ready to fire his weapon.
A patriot rifleman stands ready to fire his weapon.
Snow covers the ground in front of the Centennial Monument.
Centennial Monument in the Snow
The US Monument is surrounded by trees that are turning orange and yellow.
US Monument in the Fall
Militia reenactors march with weapons on their shoulders as they prepare to demonstrate them.
Militia reenactors march with weapons on their shoulders as they prepare to give a firing demonstration.

Activities

  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Living History
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Park Film