1714 Architectural Gem in Moncks Corner, SCThis vintage photograph captures an architectural gem located in Moncks Corner, Berkeley County, South Carolina. Built around 1714 by Thomas Broughton, a notable planter, trader, and politician, this structure showcases the English bond brickwork typical of early Southern architecture. The building underwent restoration by Charles Brendon of England, preserving its historical integrity. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of

and the cultural narratives of early American communities

The lighthouse

It is a valuable resource for those interested in American history and architecture from the colonial era

this reproduction is printed using KNOWOL's restored version of the 1878 South Coventry map

This adds a layer of local lore to the architectural history encapsulated in the image

The image features traditional houses characterized by distinctive gambrel roofs and prominent chimneys

which were common in southern estates

past clustered rooftops and factory chimneys

Johnston’s work

in the heart of the Delta

making it a valuable resource for both history enthusiasts and scholars

showcases a residential scene in New Orleans