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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
Irene Trowell-Harris
Irene Trowell-Harris was the first African-American female in the history of the National Guard to be promoted to the rank of Major General.
Richard Furman
Richard Furman was a pastor who influenced the development of the Baptist denomination in the South.
Thomas Pinckney
Thomas Pinckney was an early American statesman, diplomat, and soldier in the American Revolution and the War of 1812.
Ambrose E. Gonzales
Ambrose E. Gonzales and his brother, N.G. Gonzales founded The State newspaper in 1891.
South Carolina Counties
Lancaster County
Lancaster County and its county seat of Lancaster were named for Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
Colleton County
Colleton County was named for one of the Lords Proprietors, Sir John Colleton (1608-1666).
Richland County
Richland County was probably named for its "rich land." The county was formed in 1785 as part of the large Camden District.
Orangeburg County
Orangeburg County and its county seat, Orangeburg, were named for William IV (1711-1751), Prince of Orange, the son-in-law of King George II.
South Carolina Facts
South Carolina State Hospitality Beverage
Tea was designated as the official State Hospitality Beverage by Act Number 31 of 1995. South Carolina was the first state to grow tea in the United States and the birthplace of the sweet tea beverage.
South Carolina Glossary
illiteracy
(noun) - the inability to read
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