HISTORY OF MARION COUNTY
Marion County’s long and illustrious history is an interesting tale that dates back to the days of the original Mississippi Territory. Read through this multi-part series to get a glimpse of the unique historical value of the area and its characters.
The history of Marion County is filled with rich stories of conquest and betrayal, love and war, and an abundance of hardships mixed with triumph. Marion County is named after Francis Marion, a South Carolina based guerilla leader in the Revolutionary War known as the “Swamp Fox.”
MARION COUNTY RETROSPECT
This multi-part series illustrates the long and interesting history of Marion County.
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HISTORIC SITES
There are many historically significant sites in and around Marion County that are accessible to the public. They offer a glimpse into the past to help us understand the present and the future.
The John Ford Home – Marion County Museum – Red Bluff - The Pearl River
The Courthouse – The Post Office – City of Columbia – Schools – Churches
Marion County Recreational Railroad - The Round Table Restaurant
OUT OF THE ARCHIVES
This interesting series by Chris Watts of the Marion County Museum and Archives explores the lives and stories of historical characters from Marion County’s past.
“Marion County’s Most Unlikely War Hero”
“What This Country Needs is a Really Good Five Cent Cigar”
“Christmas Hill and the Search for Joe Dean McBride”
“Old Letters Can Be New Treasures”
OTHER HISTORICAL ARTICLES
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just passing by. I know that we the ppl need this for other ones to come to see what Columbia & Marion county has to give !!
I’ve Lived here all 50 plus years and i will rest in peace here when its my time to go.
GOD will tell us all when that will be,& only him.
Maion co. has alot of things to see if y’all take the time out & do them.
I gave What i gots from old Family roots of 1850′s to now.
& until i leave .
lol got to much to do for now !
my GOD bless us all in this world. A-men~~~
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