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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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South Carolina People

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Varian Johnson

Varian Johnson is a writer and author of Twins and My Life as a Rhombus.

Josh Turner

Josh Turner is a contemporary country music artist.

Valerie Sayers

Beaufort native Valerie Sayers is the author of six novels.

South Carolina Counties

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Sumter County

Sumter County and its county seat, the city of Sumter, were named for Revolutionary War general Thomas Sumter (1734-1832), a resident of the area.

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Marlboro County

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

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Georgetown County

Georgetown County and its county seat, Georgetown, were named for King George II of England.

Oconee County

Oconee County takes its name from a Native American word meaning "water eyes of the hills." It was formed in 1868 from Pickens District, and the county seat is Walhalla.

South Carolina Facts

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South Carolina State Waltz

The Richardson Waltz was designated as the official State Waltz by Act Number 389 of 2000. The waltz had been created and preserved for generations by members of the Richardson family.

South Carolina Glossary

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Bill of Rights

(noun) - a part of the U.S. Constitution that lists the rights of each citizen of the United States

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