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The Rise of Thomas Sumter comic book series is a 6-volume series geared towards grade level students. They are created to assist in retelling the story of a real American hero in 1780. The series follows Thomas Sumter, a Revolutionary War soldier, as he travels across the South Carolina in a fight for freedom.
Additional volumes include more of the battles/skirmishes/engagements that occurred in South Carolina during the Revolutionary War. Among these you will find stories like “Buford’s Quarter”, “Unlikely Heroes", and "A Thorny Thicket".
The Francis Marion comic series also consists of six books geared towards grade level students. The six volumes are “An Army of a Different Kind”, “Blue Fortune”, "Hunter or Prey", "A Bitter Spring For Snow", "Obstinate and Strong," and "Hope Springs at Eutaw." This series follows Francis Marion in the swamps of South Carolina fighting back against the British invasion.
We look forward to starting our six volume set on South Carolina General Andrew Pickens. He was called the Wizard Owl by the Cherokee and the Fighting Elder by his Patriot peers. From the Ring fight in Oconee County to the great victory at Cowpens, the legend of Andrew Pickens is heroic. Our first story, "The Elder's Fiery Ring." is due to be released soon! Freedom Reigns!
Each comic book contains:
- Resources to support a deeper dive into American Revolutionary War history
- A map and timeline of American Revolutionary War incidents
- Main characters on both Patriot and British sides
- A Footsteps of Heroes section highlighting someone associated with the story along with several educational resources
