General Francis Marion Days

Pee Dee Country

Join us in remembering our hero, Gen. Francis Marion, the "Swamp Fox," who gave his name to the beautiful city of Marion. The city will honor this American hero Feb. 24-27 with various events in downtown Marion. Activities include: Fireside chats with Patriot and Loyalist reenactors, living history demonstrations, firing demonstrations, open-fire cooking demonstrations, RunFest, Swampfox Chili Cook-off and the Battle of Savannah.

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Marion

Midlands

Various locations,
Marion, SC 29571 (843) 423-3561

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