Revolutionary War heroes from this state include a man nicknamed the "Swamp Fox", Francis Marion, and a man nicknamed the (*) "Gamecock of the Revolution".
During the Revolutionary War, this US state was led by John Rutledge, who would later be appointed Chief Justice by George Washington, but rejected by the Senate because of fears he was insane. Robert Rhett, a politician from this state, led a political faction called the "fire-eaters" during the 1850's and 60's. A Senator from this state, (+) Robert Hayne, was involved in a famous debate with Daniel Webster. Revolutionary War heroes from this state include a man nicknamed the "Swamp Fox", Francis Marion, and a man nicknamed the (*) "Gamecock of the Revolution". This state was the target of the Force Act, signed by Andrew Jackson, who threatened to invade this state and hang its inhabitants. For 10 points, name this southern state, home to the nullification crisis.
During the Revolutionary War, this US state was led by John Rutledge, who would later be appointed Chief Justice by George Washington, but rejected by the Senate because of fears he was insane.
{South Carolina}