Rivers Bridge State Historic Site
Rivers Bridge State Historic Site
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Kathy M
Hollywood, Carolina del Sur8 aportes
ene de 2024 • Pareja
Amazingly well-maintained site. Impressed with and appreciative of the purely factual information on the plaques and written material (not leaning towards one side or the other). The battlefield really brought the history of the story alive and made it distinctly understandable. It also acknowledges the bravery and tragedy of all the soldiers involved.
Escrita el 3 de enero de 2024
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jwhflorida
Rome, Italy7 aportes
dic de 2022
We visited Rivers Bridge on Christmas Day 2020. I had called ahead to see if they would be open and the ranger, Russell, said if we were coming, he would be there. We had the whole park to ourselves. This is one of the top 5 parks we have visited and probably the best tour guide we've ever had. My husband and I are in our 60's and have visited many, many historic sites. This one is well worth your time and effort. The ranger obviously loves his job and was just so interesting to listen to and full of all sorts of Civil War history and stories. There is something special at the end of the tour you will want to check out. I don't understand the negative reviews here...the park is beautiful. It will take you back in time and just to think you are walking on the same ground that many Civil War soldiers died on is very humbling.
Escrita el 14 de diciembre de 2022
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Iignore Repliesfrombores
23 aportes
sept de 2022
There is actually a monument in the park extolling the virtues of the South's
"Righteous Cause." Another civil war site in the south that has chosen to "spin" history to serve its delusion of the "Lost Cause." If you want the truth, skip the park and read "Bitterly Divided" by David Williams. Of course, if you are just looking for a place to picnic, head for the battlefield where there are several picnic tables amidst a quiet setting. Pause for a moment to consider how many poor soldiers died to protect the plantation way of life of the rich.
"Righteous Cause." Another civil war site in the south that has chosen to "spin" history to serve its delusion of the "Lost Cause." If you want the truth, skip the park and read "Bitterly Divided" by David Williams. Of course, if you are just looking for a place to picnic, head for the battlefield where there are several picnic tables amidst a quiet setting. Pause for a moment to consider how many poor soldiers died to protect the plantation way of life of the rich.
Escrita el 16 de septiembre de 2022
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daearz77
Charleston, Carolina del Sur528 aportes
jun de 2022 • Familia
We came here on a day off with high hopes and left instead running to our vehicle and remarking on how awful of an experience we had. One, if traveling here in summer 2022, do not take the route through Walterboro. There is road paving occurring in several sections, including miles of road that is scraped and makes for a non enjoyable ride there.
The park itself is beyond sparse. This would be the least impressive historical thing I’ve done in the entire state. We started at the battlefield, which we were unable to complete due to the insects. Horseflies, I expect. However, these were horseflies that appeared hopped up on steroids and the stuff of nightmares. If those weren’t bad enough, the amount of fire ants on the walking path were ridiculous. I know we were in nature, but it’s clear that the park is not up-kept in anyway for fire ant control. We made it halfway through the loop and had to book it back to the car.
We then drove to the monuments. We did not get out of the car as the horseflies were dive bombing the car. We didn’t even feel like we were missing much with the relative size of the area.
We were literally the only people at the park and I can completely understand why. This was probably the worst “tourist” activity I’ve experienced in the entire state of SC. Save yourself the time, hassle, and copious amounts of bug spray. You can go to a website and become more educated without being attacked by bugs looking like they came out of Stranger Things.
The park itself is beyond sparse. This would be the least impressive historical thing I’ve done in the entire state. We started at the battlefield, which we were unable to complete due to the insects. Horseflies, I expect. However, these were horseflies that appeared hopped up on steroids and the stuff of nightmares. If those weren’t bad enough, the amount of fire ants on the walking path were ridiculous. I know we were in nature, but it’s clear that the park is not up-kept in anyway for fire ant control. We made it halfway through the loop and had to book it back to the car.
We then drove to the monuments. We did not get out of the car as the horseflies were dive bombing the car. We didn’t even feel like we were missing much with the relative size of the area.
We were literally the only people at the park and I can completely understand why. This was probably the worst “tourist” activity I’ve experienced in the entire state of SC. Save yourself the time, hassle, and copious amounts of bug spray. You can go to a website and become more educated without being attacked by bugs looking like they came out of Stranger Things.
Escrita el 8 de junio de 2022
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PaulBeve
Ridgeway, Carolina del Sur422 aportes
mar de 2022
You are are into Civil War history then this is an excellent place to visit.
It is not about monuments, it is about taking yourself back in time and getting an idea of what the soldiers experienced.
We started in the Memorial Gardens. The museum does not have any artifacts. It does provide a good narrative of what each side dealt with during this battle. Photos and stories of the people involved.
You can walk from the Memorial Gardens to the site of the battler, however keep in mind, 1 mile to get there, 3/4 mile of battle field trail, then a mile back. You can also drive and park right at the site.
The battlefield trail was very well marked and a lot of good information was provided. You can learn a lot without doing a ranger lead walk.
I think most kids would get bored waiting for the adults to read the info and wander around. They can run around the Memorial Gardens area but the park wants you to stay on the trail at the battle field.
It is not about monuments, it is about taking yourself back in time and getting an idea of what the soldiers experienced.
We started in the Memorial Gardens. The museum does not have any artifacts. It does provide a good narrative of what each side dealt with during this battle. Photos and stories of the people involved.
You can walk from the Memorial Gardens to the site of the battler, however keep in mind, 1 mile to get there, 3/4 mile of battle field trail, then a mile back. You can also drive and park right at the site.
The battlefield trail was very well marked and a lot of good information was provided. You can learn a lot without doing a ranger lead walk.
I think most kids would get bored waiting for the adults to read the info and wander around. They can run around the Memorial Gardens area but the park wants you to stay on the trail at the battle field.
Escrita el 6 de marzo de 2022
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Anthony P
Charleston, Carolina del Sur2.384 aportes
mar de 2020 • Pareja
This state historic site is one of the few major battlefields from the Civil War in the state of South Carolina. Here you can learn the strategies and the tactics of this battle. On seeing the site, one can imagine the desperation of what was essentially militia attempting to stop an enemy from burning their homes, and, on the other side, boys far from home walking through flooded marsh into a hail of bullets so they could put an end to this war and go home themselves.
This site also has some memorials to WW2 and other veterans and even a small vet cemetery. In addition, there are a couple of trails and some very pretty flooded marsh views at the battlefield. Check the website - this group of rangers often do programs that provide insight of the hardships from this time, from starting fires and making food to actual battlefield tours. Good stuff - Highly Recommend!
This site also has some memorials to WW2 and other veterans and even a small vet cemetery. In addition, there are a couple of trails and some very pretty flooded marsh views at the battlefield. Check the website - this group of rangers often do programs that provide insight of the hardships from this time, from starting fires and making food to actual battlefield tours. Good stuff - Highly Recommend!
Escrita el 15 de marzo de 2020
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dhester4u
Prosperity, Carolina del Sur10 aportes
oct de 2019
I was fortunate enough to have been a part of the Palmetto Battn. who used to put on an annual event here at Rivers Bridge. I was Captain of the 7th SCV & 137th NY Vols and we were allowed to camp on the actual battlefield along with our wives and children, all dressed in period attire. Seeing the cannon fire at night and the smell of black powder burning really takes you back in time. It's a shame that the State of SC has deprived people from attending a great event. Political correctness or insurance liability, take your choice.
The park at night is so dark that you can't see your hand in front of your face without a lantern! Back then the park had bathrooms and showers you could use. We had to walk from camp along a path through the woods. On the way back from the showers I was having fun throwing a scare into my two kids. I would shine the flashlight down the path and turn the light on and off and say did you see that? Well much to my surprise I turned the flashlight on and shined it down the trail....there before us was a black cloud about 2ft high and 3ft long floating about 2 ft off the ground and moving up the trail towards us! I was amazed and so was my wife! When the light hit the cloud it was as if it was a sponge absorbing the light! We stopped on the trail, my daughter, my son, my wife and I, and watched it as it moved up the trail towards us. No, it was not an animal..I hunt and animals have eyes and legs, or wings! I could shine the light under it and around it but the light would not penetrate the blackness. When the "cloud got within about 6 ft of me I stepped out of it's way. I had the light not 3 ft from it when it passed us, it just sucked the light up. I don't know how to describe something that is blacker than black! I bent over and shined the light under it and it continued up the path.
My whole family witnessed this together, there was no fear, just amazement. After the cloud passed I turned to my wife and asked her, "what did you see?" before she could answer my 12 year old son said "Dad it looked just like a little black cloud", so that is how we described it to the people at the event and since then.
If you are ever there early in the morning you might also see the Grey Lady. So when you visit take time to listen or stay a little after dark, who knows what you will see or hear.
The park at night is so dark that you can't see your hand in front of your face without a lantern! Back then the park had bathrooms and showers you could use. We had to walk from camp along a path through the woods. On the way back from the showers I was having fun throwing a scare into my two kids. I would shine the flashlight down the path and turn the light on and off and say did you see that? Well much to my surprise I turned the flashlight on and shined it down the trail....there before us was a black cloud about 2ft high and 3ft long floating about 2 ft off the ground and moving up the trail towards us! I was amazed and so was my wife! When the light hit the cloud it was as if it was a sponge absorbing the light! We stopped on the trail, my daughter, my son, my wife and I, and watched it as it moved up the trail towards us. No, it was not an animal..I hunt and animals have eyes and legs, or wings! I could shine the light under it and around it but the light would not penetrate the blackness. When the "cloud got within about 6 ft of me I stepped out of it's way. I had the light not 3 ft from it when it passed us, it just sucked the light up. I don't know how to describe something that is blacker than black! I bent over and shined the light under it and it continued up the path.
My whole family witnessed this together, there was no fear, just amazement. After the cloud passed I turned to my wife and asked her, "what did you see?" before she could answer my 12 year old son said "Dad it looked just like a little black cloud", so that is how we described it to the people at the event and since then.
If you are ever there early in the morning you might also see the Grey Lady. So when you visit take time to listen or stay a little after dark, who knows what you will see or hear.
Escrita el 12 de marzo de 2020
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DME
Greenville, Carolina del Sur324 aportes
feb de 2020 • Pareja
Excellent Ranger and Site. Trenching from the battle remains in place. The ranger made this a great learning opportunity. Lots of bugs.
Escrita el 19 de febrero de 2020
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Jack L
East Syracuse, Estado de Nueva York815 aportes
sept de 2019
The battlefield is located about 100 yards off State Park Road. After taking a few photos outside the battlefield drove to the ranger station, one mile away, where I met ranger Brendan. After a short talk on what I waned to visit, he asked if I wanted to show the cemetery. museum then the battlefield, my answer was a quick YES.
A visit to the museum also includes a memorial to the Heroes of World War 11, three flags-American, POW/MIA & Confederate-a small World War 11 memorial burial sited, the Confederate cemetery & the museum, also called the River Bridge Relic Room. The museum is one small building with large posters of drawing & photos and much information related to the battle.
At the battlefield we talked the entire length with Brendan showing & describing what, when , where & who was involved. There are eleven interpreter stands, one just outside the battlefield while ten are along the walking route. A walk starts between two wooden rail fences that head toward the Salkehatehic River or the swamp of 1865. The walkway is probably part of the union attacking route during the battle. The interpreter stands ae very detailed with photos, drawings and words from both armies.
The battlefield is all woods just as in 1865. If a visitor is thinking Gettysburg or Antietam, no memorials or statues, just one cannon facing east and one cannon platform. A visitor will get much exercise walking, the trail starts headed down hill, levels off and then uphill to the Confederate artillery position. The southern forces used four cannons during the battle. For walking I recommend a good pair of work or hiking boots. There are still confederate trenches to be viewed.
A dedicated civil war buff should enjoy the battlefield & museum with related sites. while some visitor might think just interpreter stands & a small museum isn't worth a trip. My visit was September 12, 2019, a hot sunny day. The weather was fine, what wasn't fine was the endless love bugs. No matter where I walked the bugs were in my face. Walking was no problem, when stopping to read & photograph a stand the bugs would be in my face.
There is no admission, however donations are appreciated .I thank Brendan for all his time & the walk through the battlefield. A visit is highly recommended, only on a cool & cloudy day and bring BRING a can of bug spray. Would say one & half hours would be enough-my visit was closer to two hours-time for a total visit. Some reviewers have mentioned walking trails, yet I have no idea where the trails are located. I suggest have a open mind to what a visitor may encounter.
A visit to the museum also includes a memorial to the Heroes of World War 11, three flags-American, POW/MIA & Confederate-a small World War 11 memorial burial sited, the Confederate cemetery & the museum, also called the River Bridge Relic Room. The museum is one small building with large posters of drawing & photos and much information related to the battle.
At the battlefield we talked the entire length with Brendan showing & describing what, when , where & who was involved. There are eleven interpreter stands, one just outside the battlefield while ten are along the walking route. A walk starts between two wooden rail fences that head toward the Salkehatehic River or the swamp of 1865. The walkway is probably part of the union attacking route during the battle. The interpreter stands ae very detailed with photos, drawings and words from both armies.
The battlefield is all woods just as in 1865. If a visitor is thinking Gettysburg or Antietam, no memorials or statues, just one cannon facing east and one cannon platform. A visitor will get much exercise walking, the trail starts headed down hill, levels off and then uphill to the Confederate artillery position. The southern forces used four cannons during the battle. For walking I recommend a good pair of work or hiking boots. There are still confederate trenches to be viewed.
A dedicated civil war buff should enjoy the battlefield & museum with related sites. while some visitor might think just interpreter stands & a small museum isn't worth a trip. My visit was September 12, 2019, a hot sunny day. The weather was fine, what wasn't fine was the endless love bugs. No matter where I walked the bugs were in my face. Walking was no problem, when stopping to read & photograph a stand the bugs would be in my face.
There is no admission, however donations are appreciated .I thank Brendan for all his time & the walk through the battlefield. A visit is highly recommended, only on a cool & cloudy day and bring BRING a can of bug spray. Would say one & half hours would be enough-my visit was closer to two hours-time for a total visit. Some reviewers have mentioned walking trails, yet I have no idea where the trails are located. I suggest have a open mind to what a visitor may encounter.
Escrita el 12 de noviembre de 2019
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Jeff G
SC23 aportes
feb de 2019
The Rivers Bridge State Historic Site is just that, a historic site. It isn't the Grand Canyon or Yosemite Falls. It tells the story of the battle fought there so many years ago. It has a well preserved section of the original earthen fortifications, and surrounding swamp so you can get the feel for what happened here. The site is in reality in 2 sections, the battleground and the memorial cemetery and site. There is ample interpretative historical markers at both sites. There is a ranger on site to answer questions or to give tours. In addition they have printed materials at the park office. The distance between the battleground and cemetery is about a mile on a cleared path through the woods or drive. Great for the nature lover as well. I would suggest reading up a little about the site, it's preservation and then take the self guided tour. There is ample signage so you won't get lost, and enough historical signage to tell the whole story. Disney it isn't. It is a very well preserved and interpreted historic site.
Escrita el 8 de agosto de 2019
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