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The Bench and Bar of Greenville in Ante-bellum DaysEntry/Object ID
RG134-02-03Description
Joseph H. Earle Jr.’s The Bench and Bar of Greenville in Ante-Bellum Days traces the early legal history of Greenville County from its establishment through the Civil War. The paper highlights influential figures like Benjamin F. Perry, Waddy Thompson, Baylis J. Earle, and others, focusing on their roles as attorneys, judges, and political leaders. It explores legal institutions, dramatic court cases, the rise of Unionist versus Secessionist ideologies, and Perry’s lifelong efforts to preserve the Union. The narrative provides a rich portrait of Greenville’s legal culture and its impact on South Carolina’s broader political and social transformation.Collection
Proceedings and PapersCopyright
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Greenville Country Historical SocietyCopyright Details
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