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Cowpens National Battlefield

The Cowpens Battlefield commemorates Daniel Morgan’s victory over Banastre Tarleton on January 17, 1781.

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South Carolina Shape of the state of South Carolina with a dot showing the location of Cowpens National Battlefield
4001 Chesnee Hwy Gaffney, SC 29341
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Family-friendly | Jan 16, 2027
246th Anniversary Commemoration of the Battle of Cowpens
Gaffney, SC
Join us for the 246th Anniversary Commemoration of the Battle of Cowpens. Experience historic weapons demonstrations, living historians in period clothing, ranger-led battlefield walks, guest speakers...
Liberty Trail Default Image (2025)
Family-friendly | Jan 17, 2027
246th Anniversary of the Battle of Cowpens
Gaffney, SC
Join us for the 246th Anniversary Commemoration of the Battle of Cowpens. Experience historic weapons demonstrations, living historians in period clothing, ranger-led battlefield walks, guest speakers...

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