Chesnut, Mary Boykin Miller Chesnut, Mary Boykin Miller March 31, 1823–November 22, 1886 ArticleRelated EntriesImagesExternal Links Related EntriesChesnut, James Jr.Chesnut was considered a moderate in South Carolina politics. He was a strong defender of slavery and states’ rights but saw secession as viable only as a last resort and with the complete cooperation of other southern states.
Chesnut, James Jr.Chesnut was considered a moderate in South Carolina politics. He was a strong defender of slavery and states’ rights but saw secession as viable only as a last resort and with the complete cooperation of other southern states.
