Thomas Jefferson called it "The turn of the tide of success." The battle of Kings Mountain, fought October 7th, 1780, was an important American victory during the Revolutionary War. The battle was the first major patriot victory to occur after the British invasion of Charleston, SC in May 1780. The park preserves the site of this important battle.
Ferguson's Grave
Major Patrick Ferguson's Grave
Patriot Rifleman
A patriot rifleman stands ready to fire his weapon.
Centennial Monument in Snow
Centennial Monument in the Snow
US Monument in Fall
US Monument in the Fall
Militia Marching with Arms
Militia reenactors march with weapons on their shoulders as they prepare to give a firing demonstration.
