Jefferson Davis's Flight

Jefferson Davis's Flight is a South Carolina historical marker in Rock Hill, York County.

York County · Corner of Eden Terrace and Myrtle Dr., Rock Hill, Rock Hill

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Having crossed the Catawba at Nation Ford, April 27, 1865, the President of the Confederacy fled south along this road following the fall of Richmond. He was accompanied by the remaining members of his cabinet and a detachment of cavalry under Gen. John C. Breckinridge.

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Marker data: South Carolina Historical Marker Program, SC Department of Archives and History
Sponsored by Ann White Chapter, United Daughters of the Confederacy

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