Robert Ryals

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Robert Ryals is a public historian, speaker, reenactor, and performer who has delivered programs focused on the American Revolution in the South Carolina Backcountry in 1780. He has been a featured speaker at living history events, DAR chapter meetings, and local area museums.

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Program Option #1: The Role of Religion in South Carolina During During the American Revolution. This lecture-oriented program option provides an overview about some of the most influential religious voices of their day and how they influenced their congregations to either support the Revolutionary movement or to remain loyal to the Mother Country. Program Option #2: The Sword of the Lord Sermon Program – This scripted dramatic presentation informs general audiences about some of the reasons why Ulster-Scot Presbyterians in the Camden District banded together to resist British forces in 1780. It is a scripted narrative that can be used as a teaching tool for critical thought and for students studying the American Revolution in South Carolina. Topics: civilian experiences, prisoner experiences, role of religion, personal narratives, dramatic sermons, biographies, 1780, Battle of Waxhaws, reasons for resistance, Ulster-Scot Presbyterians.

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Lectern (must have, will bring my own). Speaker's microphone (optional).

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Program Option #1: The Role of Religion in South Carolina During During the American Revolution. This lecture-oriented program option provides an overview about some of the most influential religious voices of their day and how they influenced their congregations to either support the Revolutionary movement or to remain loyal to the Mother Country.  Program Option #2: The Sword of the Lord Sermon Program – This scripted dramatic presentation informs general audiences about some of the reasons why Ulster-Scot Presbyterians in the Camden District banded together to resist British forces in 1780. It is a scripted narrative that can be used as a teaching tool for critical thought and for students studying the American Revolution in South Carolina. Topics: civilian experiences, prisoner experiences, role of religion, personal narratives, dramatic sermons, biographies, 1780, Battle of Waxhaws, reasons for resistance, Ulster-Scot Presbyterians.

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Robert’s presentation of Rev. William Martin was engaging and very informative. He was a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Reviewed by: Brittney Evans

South Carolina American Revolution
Sestercentennial Commission

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