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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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Gary Davis

Gary Davis was a blind blues and gospel songwriter and innovative guitarist.

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Mignon L. Clyburn

Mignon L. Clyburn was the first African American woman to head the Federal Communications Commission.

Edwin Dubose Heyward

Edwin Dubose Heyward was a Charleston author who wrote Porgy, the book on which the musical Porgy & Bess was based.

James C. Self

James C. Self owned several textile mills in Greenwood, SC.

South Carolina Counties

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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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Dillon County

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

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Georgetown County

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

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Calhoun County

Calhoun County was named for John C. Calhoun (1782-1850), who served as the United States vice president, secretary of state and of war, and senator.

South Carolina Facts

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South Carolina State Fish

The versatile Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis) was designated the official State Fish by Act Number 1333 of 1972. The Striped Bass can live in both freshwater and saltwater environments.

South Carolina Glossary

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drawbridge

(noun) - a bridge that can be raised to block passage or to allow boats or ships to pass beneath it

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