Name/Title
Henry Pinckney Hammett: Pioneer, Revitalizer, Trend SetterEntry/Object ID
RG134-11-02Description
Henry Pinckney Hammett was a pioneering figure in the textile industry of 19th-century Greenville County. A native of the region, Hammett began his career in teaching and retail before entering the textile business. In 1876, he founded the Piedmont Manufacturing Company, which became a model for Southern textile mills and a catalyst for industrial development. Known for his visionary leadership, Hammett emphasized community building, fair labor practices, and innovation. His mills trained future leaders and proved profitable early on. His legacy lives on as a revitalizer of the post-Civil War South and a key figure in its industrial transformation.Collection
Proceedings and PapersCopyright
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Greenville Country Historical SocietyCopyright Details
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