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South Carolina People
Elise Forrest Harleston
Elise Forrest Harleston was South Carolina’s first African-American female photographer.
Joseph Louis Bernardin
Born in Columbia, SC, Joseph Louis Bernardin was a Cardinal of the Catholic Church who served as archbishop of Chicago from 1982 until 1996.
Harvey Gantt
Harvey Gantt was the first African American student to attend Clemson University when he began classes on February 1, 1963.
Louise Smith
Louise Smith was known as “the first lady of racing.” Louise Smith was the first professional woman race car driver.
South Carolina Counties
Chester County
Chester County and its county seat, the city of Chester, were named for Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Williamsburg County
Williamsburg County was probably named for King William III of England (1650-1702). Scotch-Irish and French Huguenot settlers began moving into this part of the Lowcountry around 1732.
Anderson County
Anderson County and its county seat, Anderson, were named for Revolutionary War general Robert Anderson (1741-1812).
Hampton County
Hampton County and its county seat Hampton were named for Confederate general and governor Wade Hampton (1818-1902).
South Carolina Facts
South Carolina State Work Animal
The hard-working Mule was designated as the official State Heritage Work Animal by Act Number 240 of 2010.
South Carolina Glossary
hurricane
(noun) - a violent storm that originates over the ocean, which is distinguished by sudden extreme changes of the wind and is generally accompanied by rain, thunder, and lightning
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