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Discover how South Carolina helped shape the American Revolution. Explore the people, places, and pivotal moments that made the Palmetto State a turning point in the fight for independence.

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Stanley Donen holding a microphone.

Stanley Donen

American film director and choreographer. Known as "The King of Musicals". Born in Columbia, SC

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Lindsey Graham

U. S. Congressman, lawyer, Major in the Air Force Reserve (Ret.)

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Bobby Richardson

Bobby Richardson is a former professional baseball second baseman.

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Valerie Sayers

Beaufort native Valerie Sayers is the author of six novels.

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Union County

Union County was named for the old Union Church, which served both the Presbyterian and Episcopal congregations in the area.

A brown brick and white accented church.

Anderson County

Anderson County and its county seat, Anderson, were named for Revolutionary War general Robert Anderson (1741-1812).

A large brown bricked building with rusted red roof tops.

Newberry County

The origin of the name Newberry is unknown. The county was formed in 1785 as a part of the Ninety Six District.

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Barnwell County

Barnwell County and its county seat of Barnwell were named for Revolutionary War leader John Barnwell (1748-1800).

South Carolina Facts

South Carolina State Songs

South Carolina has two official State Songs: "Carolina" and "South Carolina on My Mind."

"Carolina" was written by Henry Timrod and set to music by Anne C. Burgess. On February 11, 1911, the song was designated as the State Song by a Concurrent Resolution. 

"South Carolina on My Mind" was composed and recorded by Hank Martin and Buzz Arledge in 1980. On March 8, 1984, the song was designated as the State Song by Act Number 302 of 1984. 

South Carolina Glossary

pellagra

(noun) - a vitamin deficiency disease most commonly caused by a chronic lack of niacin (vitamin B3) in the diet