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Based on Professor Navin’s acclaimed 2020 book, The Grim Years, 1670-1720: Settling South Carolina, this presentation delves into the turbulent early years of South Carolina’s colonial history. Prof. Navin will explore the rampant profiteering, corrupt trade practices, and exploitation of Native Americans and enslaved Africans that marked this period, revealing the harsh realities and human cost of settlement. Join us for an unflinching look at the struggles, injustices, and resilience that shaped South Carolina’s early development.
About the Speaker:
A Boston native, Dr. John J. Navin earned his master's degree at Boston College and his Ph.D. at Brandeis University. He specializes in early American history and has been a member of the history faculty at Coastal Carolina University since 1999. He has published numerous articles about Colonial America and has several book projects underway.