Looking for information concerning the life, ancestors, and antecedents of U.S. Congressman John Hamilton Evins, born July 18, 1830 Spartanburg, South Carolina; Graduated South Carolina College in 1853, admitted to the bar in 1856. Wounded while serving in Confederate Army. Elected member of U.S. Congress from South Carolina in 1876, reelected for three successive terms. Died October 20, 1884. Apparently held rank of Colonel in Confederate Army.