Thomas Sumter

Quick Facts

Full Name	Thomas Sumter
Occupation	War Hero
Date Of Birth	Aug 14, 1734(1734-08-14)
Age	290
Date Of Death	June 1, 1832
Birthplace	Hanover
Country	United States
Birth City	Virginia
Horoscope	Leo

Thomas Sumter Biography

Thomas Sumter is one of the most popular and richest War Hero who was born on August 14, 1734 in Hanover, Virginia, United States. Veteran of the war who was known as “The Carolina Gamecock” for his brutal methods as a general brigadier in the American Revolutionary War. He was later elected a member of both the United States Senate and the House of Representatives.

He as well as He and Strom Thurmond are both former United States Senators from South Carolina. were each the former United States Senators from South Carolina.

He was married to Mary Jameson in 1767.

Thomas Sumter Net Worth

Thomas Sumter is one of the richest War Hero from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Thomas Sumter 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was a part of the famed Timberlake Expedition, meant to confirm the conclusion in the Anglo-Cherokee War, in 1761.

The nickname for the University of South Carolina, “Gamecocks,” was inspired by his character.

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Who is Thomas Sumter Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Thomas Ranked on the list of most popular War Hero. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Thomas Sumter celebrates birthday on August 14 of every year.

What was Thomas Sumter most known for?

Thomas Sumter, (born August 14, 1734, Hanover county, Virginia [U.S.]—died June 1, 1832, South Mount, South Carolina, U.S.), legislator and officer in the American Revolution, remembered for his leadership of troops against British forces in North and South Carolina , where he earned the sobriquet “the Carolina Gamecock …

What was Thomas Sumter known as?

Sumter was nicknamed the “ Fighting Gamecock ” for his fierce fighting style against British soldiers after they burned down his house during the Revolution. near Stateburg, South Carolina, U.S.

What three things did Thomas Sumter do?

The American Revolution again called Thomas Sumter to serve. After being elected a delegate to the First and Second Provincial Congresses, Sumter participated in the Snow Campaign (December 1775), the Battle of Sullivan’s Island, the Cherokee campaign (July-October 1776), and actions in Georgia (1777 – 78).

Why was Thomas Sumter a hero?

The original Thomas Sumter was a Revolutionary War hero and is the reason my alma mater is nicknamed the Fighting Gamecocks. His fighting spirit was so relentless that one British general said he fought like a gamecock. Sumter is credited with harassing the troops of Gen.

What is the history of Sumter South Carolina?

History. Incorporated as Sumterville in 1845, the city’s name was shortened to Sumter in 1855. It has grown and prospered from its early beginnings as a plantation settlement. The city and county of Sumter bear the name of General Thomas Sumter, the “Fighting Gamecock” of the American Revolutionary War.