America 250: Sullivan’s Island – A Crucial Stand for Freedom

Before the Declaration of Independence was signed, Americans were already fighting for it. In this episode, we explore the Battle of Sullivan’s Island—an early and unlikely colonial victory that helped shape the spirit of independence. Discover how a hastily built fort stood firm against the British Navy. Constructed from resilient palmetto logs, it absorbed British cannon fire. Determined patriots used both ingenuity and their environment to secure a victory that mattered more than most people realize.

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