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Image from Breathing Democracy into Spaces: 1st South Carolina Volunteers of African Descent.

New October Electronic State Publications

Did you know that continuous African American service in the United States Army started in South Carolina? On May 9, 1862, William Bronson from St. Helena Island enlisted in the First South Carolina Volunteers of African Descent (1SCVAD).

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October New Acquisitions

We are excited to present the following selection of books added to our collection for October, 2026.

Cover image of a colonial soldier fighting a British soldier with muskets from A Bitter Spring for Snow: The Raid On Snow’s Island, March 27, 1781.

New September Electronic State Publications

Chartered by the South Carolina General Assembly in 2019, the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in South Carolina by promoting the history, people, principles, places and events that contributed to our state’s pivotal role in the fight for independence.

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October Professional Development Acquisitions

The South Carolina State Library’s monthly new professional development acquisitions offer fresh resources for library professionals to build skills, stay current on trends, and expand knowledge.