Gen. John A. Wagener

Historical marker location:

Walhalla, South Carolina

( Marker is at the intersection of South Church Street and Short Street, on the right when traveling north on South Church Street.)

Marker installed: 2007

The town of Cheraw, located in northeastern South Carolina, was once home to one of the largest Jewish communities in the state. Many of the town's Jewish residents were merchants and peddlers who played a significant role in the economic development of the area.