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Explore South Carolina through StudySC! Learn about your community, South Carolina history, and the people who have made a significant impact on the state and the world.

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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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South Carolina People

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John Lawson

John Lawson was a British explorer, naturalist, and writer who explored the Carolina backcountry.

Freddie Stowers

Freddie Stowers was a member of the 371st Infantry Regiment in World War I who was posthumously awarded a Congressional Medal of Honor.

William Harrison Scarborough

William Harrison Scarborough was a portraitist and miniaturist.

A Black woman with shoulder length brown hair wearing a lacy white top and delicate jewerly

Linda Bell

Dr. Linda Bell is South Carolina's State Epidemiologist.

South Carolina Counties

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Kershaw County

Kershaw County was named for Joseph Kershaw (1727-1791), an early settler.

A large wooden house with a dark green roof and brick chimneys

Marlboro County

Marlboro County was named after John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722).

A white building with outlined teal windows next to a willow tree.

Jasper County

Jasper County was named for Revolutionary War hero Sergeant William Jasper (ca.1750-1779).

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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

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South Carolina State Grass

Indian Grass was designated as the official State Grass by Act Number 94 of 2001. Indian Grass can be used to make baskets.

South Carolina Glossary

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Worn dark wood holds various white, blue, and yellow thread.

loom

(noun) - a frame or machine of wood or other material, in which a weaver forms cloth out of thread

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