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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.
South Carolina People
James Lawrence Orr
James Lawrence Orr was the 22nd speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1857 to 1859. He also served as the 73rd governor of South Carolina.
Mary-Louise Parker
Actress and writer Mary-Louise Parker was born on Fort Jackson in South Carolina.
Dot Jackson
Dot Jackson is an investigative reporter, columnist, editor, and novelist. She is best known for collecting Appalachian stories and folklore.
South Carolina Counties
Horry County
Horry County was named for Revolutionary War hero Peter Horry (1743-1815). The county was originally a part of the Georgetown District, and at one time, it was called Kingston.
McCormick County
McCormick County and its county seat, the town of McCormick, were named for inventor Cyrus Hall McCormick (1809-1884).
Laurens County
Laurens County and its county seat, Laurens, were named for Revolutionary War leader Henry Laurens (1724-1792).
Richland County
Richland County was probably named for its "rich land." The county was formed in 1785 as part of the large Camden District.
South Carolina Facts
South Carolina's Nickname
South Carolina is known as the Palmetto State in honor of the Palmetto tree, but did you know that South Carolina was nicknamed the Iodine State at one point? South Carolina received this name due to the large percentage of iodine found in the vegetation growing in the state.
South Carolina Glossary
orchard
(noun) - an area of land where fruit or nut trees are grown for harvesting
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