FRANCOLINA
The Educational Institute for the study of the French presence in the Carolinas between 1524-2024
Published and Operated by Krish Ramesh, Marvin Ridge High School
Our Mission
Francolina is an Educational Institute founded to preserve and educate others regarding the French presence in North and South Carolina. Numerous aspects of Southern society have been analyzed to understand the connection between France and the states of North and South Carolina
Our Methodology
Francolina operates as a website which publishes small articles on various topics. These topics can range from history to linguistics and even cuisine, and all relate to the French impact on the culture of the Carolinas. Francolina also cooperates with local museums to spread awareness.
Our Operations
Francolina researches alongside several local institutions such as the Fort Mill History Museum and the French Consulate in Charlotte, North Carolina to access primary source material. Francolina also works to raise money for local historical preservation institutions.
Read the Francolina Article
The Francolina Article is a detailed history and explanation of how the French people and French nation have impacted the Carolinas since the foundation of North and South Carolina. This article contains the most substantial amount of information regarding most academic topics. Specific publications dive into deeper analyses and primarily talk about historical events which have impacted the Carolinas, while the Francolina main page remains broad to encompass several topics.
We highly reccomend you read the primary Francolina article when you begin your research!
Our Recent Publications
Check out our most recent publications and see what Francolina has been up to! A complete list of our publications and articles can be found on the articles tab. Click on one of the pictures to learn more about the topic!
The Verrazzano Expedition to the Carolinas
The Huguenots of the Carolinas
The French Legacy on Antebellum Carolina
The French Military Presence in the Carolinas
Get Involved!
Join the Francolina Community and explore the French connection in the Carolinas! Volunteer to be a Researcher, Translator, or Historical Interpreter. Donate to the Fort Mill History Museum to continue historical preservation. Learn more about how you can promote history in your community.