Sumter named American World War II Heritage City by National Park Service

Only 1 jurisdiction in each state or territory can be designated

BY BRUCE MILLS bruce@theitem.com
Posted 9/21/24

The National Park Service has recognized the City of Sumter and Sumter County for their contributions to the home front during World War II, something an application coordinator says speaks to Sumter's motto of Uncommon Patriotism.

Sumter was one …

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