#99 What Did the Civil War Leave Behind in South Carolina? (2025)
Civil War Ghosts: Haunting Stories of South Carolina with Tally Johnson.
In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony delves into the enduring presence of Civil War ghosts in South Carolina with researcher and author Tally Johnson. Tally, a native and history enthusiast, shares his journey from childhood history buff to author of 'Civil War Ghosts of South Carolina.' They explore the lasting impact of the Civil War on the region, recount tales of haunted sites like Fort Sumter, the mysterious Lucas Bay Light, and Georgetown Harbor's spectral glow. Tally also explains the importance of preserving and sharing ghost stories as a way to keep history alive. Listeners are invited to experience these spine-tingling tales firsthand and consider the rich, haunted history that continues to make South Carolina a unique and eerie place.
00:00 Introduction to the Civil War's Haunting Legacy
01:09 Meet Tally Johnson: Author and Civil War Enthusiast
01:52 South Carolina's Deep Historical Roots
05:04 The Path to Writing 'Civil War Ghosts of South Carolina'
09:12 The Civil War's Impact on South Carolina
15:25 Ghost Stories and Historical Ties
20:06 Haunted Sites and Personal Encounters
27:03 Exploring Specific Haunted Locations
31:14 Hampton Preston House: A Classic Haunted Tale
33:04 General Samuel Macallan: The Fifth Ave Ghost
35:14 Trapman Streets Tales: Uncovering Hidden Stories
37:51 Haunts in Georgetown: The Wreck of the Harvest Moon
41:50 Lucas Bay Light: A Vanishing Phenomenon
43:24 Personal Encounters and Research Adventures
55:47 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts
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