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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
Roger Milliken
Roger Milliken was a Spartanburg Textile magnet, Businessman, and political activist.
Caroline Etheredge Hembel
Caroline Etheredge Hembel was a pioneer aviator. She became the first female trainee in the Southeast to receive her pilot's license.
South Carolina Counties
Edgefield County
The origin of the name Edgefield is not clear, although it is usually described as "fanciful." The county was formed in 1785 as part of the Ninety Six District.
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.
Laurens County
Laurens County and its county seat, Laurens, were named for Revolutionary War leader Henry Laurens (1724-1792).
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
South Carolina State Gemstone
The semi-precious quartz, Amethyst, was designated as the official State Gemstone by Act Number 345 of 1969. South Carolina is known to be the home to some of the world's highest-quality amethyst.
South Carolina Glossary
steeplechase
(noun) - a horse race
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