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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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Martin Robison Delany

Martin Robison Delany was an physician, writer, and first proponent of black nationalism.

James Fooshe

James Fooshe was a soldier, author, farmer, philosopher, and Methodist churchman.

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Robert Brown Elliott

Robert Elliott was an African American U.S. Representative from 1871-1874.

South Carolina Counties

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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.

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Barnwell County

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

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Lee County

Lee County was named for Confederate general Robert E. Lee (1807-1870).

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Aiken County

Aiken County and its county seat, the town of Aiken, were named for William Aiken (1806-1831), president of the South Carolina Railroad.

South Carolina Facts

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South Carolina Mottoes

South Carolina has two official mottoes:

Animis Opibusque Parati (ah-ni-mis oh-pi-boos-kwe pah-rah-tee) means prepared in minds and resources.

Dum Spiro Spero (doom spee-roh spey-roh) means while I breathe, I hope.

South Carolina Glossary

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fertilizer

(noun) - a substance, such as a chemical or animal manure, used to provide nutrients to help plants grow. Many people use fertilizers on their lawns and gardens.

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