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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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Linda Bell

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

William "The Refrigerator" Perry

William "The Refrigerator" Perry was a former college and professional football player.

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Andrew Gordon Magrath

Andrew Gordon Magrath was a federal judge and later governor of South Carolina during the Civil War.

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Max Steele

Max Steele was an author and educator from Greenville, SC.

South Carolina Counties

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Dillon County

Dillon County was named for James W. Dillon (1826-1913), a prominent local resident.

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Darlington County

The origin of the name of Darlington County is uncertain, but it may have been named for Darlington, England.

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Marion County

Marion County and its county seat, the town of Marion, were named for Revolutionary War general Francis Marion (1732-1795), known as the "Swamp Fox."

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Greenville County

The origins of the name Greenville County are uncertain, but the county was probably named for Revolutionary War general Nathanael Greene (1742-1786) or for an early resident, Isaac Green.

South Carolina Facts

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South Carolina State Shell

The Lettered Olive (Olive Sayana) was designated as the official State Shell by Act No. 360 of 1984. The shell has a smooth, shiny, cylindrical shape and is typically found in shallow waters near the shore.

South Carolina Glossary

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archaeologist

(noun) - a person who studies material remains, such as utensils, stone carvings, and architecture

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