local-history

  • Margaret Grider (1833-1859)

    Margaret Grider (1833-1859)

    I initially researched and posted about Margaret Grider back in 2023. I was super upset when I first saw her grave because it simply said “Wife of JH Grider” instead of having her own name. I found some about her, but I was able to find out so much more recently. Anything that I include…

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  • Alexander Peronneau Jr. (1735-1747)

    Anything that I include in italics are just my thoughts, they are in no way verified, they are purely conjecture. June 7, 1709 Alexander’s father, Alexander Sr., is born in Charleston to parents Henri & Desiree. His parents were immigrants from France, arriving in South Carolina in 1695. October 24, 1710 Alexander Jr.’s mother, Mary…

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