These soldiers were found in shallow graves. Some of the soldiers had been damaged by 20th century farming, some by timbering, others were disturbed by collectors searching for artifacts.  Given the vulnerability of these soldiers, the project partners were compelled to excavate the remains to reinter them in sealed vaults to protect them.

The protect team had knowledge of six soldiers. Plans were to excavate the remains in a four-week archaeology study. During excavation, a number of the gravesites revealed multiple burials. The recovery project extended to eight weeks, during which fourteen soldiers were recovered. 

There are certainly other fallen soldiers on this battlefield. There are no plans to excavate other bodies unless they come under threat of desecration.

Yes. Numerous “USA” buttons were recovered in several of these grave excavations. This USA button was a standard issue item on the uniform of the Continental Army infantry regimental soldiers. Be reminded that the Second Continental Congress, representing thirteen colonies, their thirteen governments, and their citizens, voted the independency and sovereignty of the United States of America in the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

Metal detection is strictly prohibited. In South Carolina, it is unlawful even to enter a historic site with metal detection equipment without permission of the property owner. Violators may be punished by imprisonment from one to five years or up to $5,000 fine or both. (Sec. 16-11-780, et.al., SC Code of laws, 1976, as amended.)

DNA testing will be on most of the soldiers, creating possible opportunities to identify living descendants.

These soldiers were found in shallow graves. Some of the soldiers had been damaged by 20th century farming, some by timbering, others were disturbed by collectors searching for artifacts.  Given the vulnerability of these soldiers, the project partners were compelled to excavate the remains to reinter them in sealed vaults to protect them.

The protect team had knowledge of six soldiers. Plans were to excavate the remains in a four-week archaeology study. During excavation, a number of the gravesites revealed multiple burials. The recovery project extended to eight weeks, during which fourteen soldiers were recovered. 

There are certainly other fallen soldiers on this battlefield. There are no plans to excavate other bodies unless they come under threat of desecration.

Yes. Numerous “USA” buttons were recovered in several of these grave excavations. This USA button was a standard issue item on the uniform of the Continental Army infantry regimental soldiers. Be reminded that the Second Continental Congress, representing thirteen colonies, their thirteen governments, and their citizens, voted the independency and sovereignty of the United States of America in the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

Metal detection is strictly prohibited. In South Carolina, it is unlawful even to enter a historic site with metal detection equipment without permission of the property owner. Violators may be punished by imprisonment from one to five years or up to $5,000 fine or both. (Sec. 16-11-780, et.al., SC Code of laws, 1976, as amended.)

DNA testing will be on most of the soldiers, creating possible opportunities to identify living descendants.

These soldiers were found in shallow graves. Some of the soldiers had been damaged by 20th century farming, some by timbering, others were disturbed by collectors searching for artifacts.  Given the vulnerability of these soldiers, the project partners were compelled to excavate the remains to reinter them in sealed vaults to protect them.

The protect team had knowledge of six soldiers. Plans were to excavate the remains in a four-week archaeology study. During excavation, a number of the gravesites revealed multiple burials. The recovery project extended to eight weeks, during which fourteen soldiers were recovered. 

There are certainly other fallen soldiers on this battlefield. There are no plans to excavate other bodies unless they come under threat of desecration.

Yes. Numerous “USA” buttons were recovered in several of these grave excavations. This USA button was a standard issue item on the uniform of the Continental Army infantry regimental soldiers. Be reminded that the Second Continental Congress, representing thirteen colonies, their thirteen governments, and their citizens, voted the independency and sovereignty of the United States of America in the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

Metal detection is strictly prohibited. In South Carolina, it is unlawful even to enter a historic site with metal detection equipment without permission of the property owner. Violators may be punished by imprisonment from one to five years or up to $5,000 fine or both. (Sec. 16-11-780, et.al., SC Code of laws, 1976, as amended.)

DNA testing will be completed on most of the soldiers, creating possible opportunities to identify living descendants.

The remains of all fourteen soldiers will be reinterred on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

No. The fourteen soldiers will be reinterred in the same location from which they were found. This time, the soldiers will be laid in vault-covered coffins to perpetual rest in this hallowed ground.

Yes. The public is invited and encouraged to attend the funeral service and reinterment ceremonies on April 22.

There is no charge to attend.

Yes. The Camden battlefield is a featured site on the Liberty Trail. The Liberty Trail is a partnership between the South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust and the American Battlefield Trust. The goal of the Liberty Trail is to preserve and/or interpret eighty Revolutionary War battlefields across South Carolina. This ambitious project is the largest preservation project in the United States.

Absolutely. The South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust is recognized by the IRS as a nonprofit foundation. All donations made to the Trust are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. 

The remains of all fourteen soldiers will be reinterred on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

No. The fourteen soldiers will be reinterred in the same location from which they were found. This time, the soldiers will be laid in vault-covered coffins to perpetual rest in this hallowed ground.

Yes. The public is invited and encouraged to attend the funeral service and reinterment ceremonies on April 22. Please visit the Schedule  as some events do require online registration.

There is no charge to attend, but the Friday evening Concert and the Saturday Ceremony on the Battlefield both require online registration. Please see the Schedule to access both events and register.

Yes. The Camden battlefield is a featured site on the Liberty Trail. The Liberty Trail is a partnership between the South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust and the American Battlefield Trust. The goal of the Liberty Trail is to preserve and/or interpret eight Revolutionary War battlefields across South Carolina. This ambitious project is the largest preservation project in the United States.

Absolutely. The South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust is recognized by the IRS as a nonprofit foundation. All donations made to the Trust are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. 

These soldiers were found in shallow graves. Some of the soldiers had been damaged by 20th century farming, some by timbering, others were disturbed by collectors searching for artifacts.  Given the vulnerability of these soldiers, the project partners were compelled to excavate the remains to reinter them in sealed vaults to protect them.

The protect team had knowledge of six soldiers. Plans were to excavate the remains in a four-week archaeology study. During excavation, a number of the gravesites revealed multiple burials. The recovery project extended to eight weeks, during which fourteen soldiers were recovered. 

There are certainly other fallen soldiers on this battlefield. There are no plans to excavate other bodies unless they come under threat of desecration.

Yes. Numerous “USA” buttons were recovered in several of these grave excavations. This USA button was a standard issue item on the uniform of the Continental Army infantry regimental soldiers. Be reminded that the Second Continental Congress, representing thirteen colonies, their thirteen governments, and their citizens, voted the independency and sovereignty of the United States of America in the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

Metal detection is strictly prohibited. In South Carolina, it is unlawful even to enter a historic site with metal detection equipment without permission of the property owner. Violators may be punished by imprisonment from one to five years or up to $5,000 fine or both. (Sec. 16-11-780, et.al., SC Code of laws, 1976, as amended.)

DNA testing will be on most of the soldiers, creating possible opportunities to identify living descendants.

DNA testing will be on most of the soldiers, creating possible opportunities to identify living descendants.

The remains of all fourteen soldiers will be reinterred on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

No. The fourteen soldiers will be reinterred in the same location from which they were found. This time, the soldiers will be laid in vault-covered coffins to perpetual rest in this hallowed ground.

Yes. The public is invited and encouraged to attend the funeral service and reinterment ceremonies on April 22.

There is no charge to attend.

Yes. The Camden battlefield is a featured site on the Liberty Trail. The Liberty Trail is a partnership between the South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust and the American Battlefield Trust. The goal of the Liberty Trail is to preserve and/or interpret eighty Revolutionary War battlefields across South Carolina. This ambitious project is the largest preservation project in the United States.

Absolutely. The South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust is recognized by the IRS as a nonprofit foundation. All donations made to the Trust are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.