The Colonies: St. Andrew's Day

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Quite surprisingly, the celebration of St. Andrew’s Day began not in Scotland but in the American colonies. In 1729, wealthy Scottish immigrants in South Carolina formed the “St. Andrew’s Society of Charleston” as a way of keeping their Scottish roots and heritage alive. Along with celebrating November 30 as the saint’s day, the organization also assisted widows and orphans in the Charleston area.

Duration

4 minutes, 8 seconds

Date Created

12/01/2020

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