Spartanburg county, now one of the most interesting and progressive in the State, has a history behind her worthy of preservation. In the advancement which she has already made in religious and educational institutions, in manufactures and agriculture, she has made a record inferior to none in the State. In the production of heroes, statesmen, divines, public men, and a long list of an honest, upright and industrious citizenship, she will compare favorably with other counties in the State. It has been my intention, as much as possible, to revive the memories of those in my county, both living and dead, whose names are deserving of perpetuation, and particularly of the gallant soldiery furnished by Spartanburg county in the civil war between the States to the rolls, or parts of rolls of the same, much time has been devoted and much space herein has been appropriated. Much valuable material, embracing sketches of many of the older family connections in Spartanburg county, which were carefully prepared by the author for publication, have been crowded out by reason of circumstances beyond his control and much to his regret.

If this volume should meet with favor, a future edition is contemplated, when, it is hoped, matter now omitted, with other material yet to be gathered, will be compiled and added.

For the many favors and courtesies which he has received in the preparation of this work, the author extends his grateful thanks.

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