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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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Black and white sketch of Isaac Huger

Isaac Huger

Soldier

Black and white photograph of Gwen Bristow smiling

Gwen Bristow

Gwen Bristow was an author and journalist from Marion, SC.

Color photograph of Kathleen Parker

Kathleen Parker

Kathleen Parker is a columnist for The Washington Post.

a small white house with a half wrap around porch.

Chester County

Chester County and its county seat, the city of Chester, were named for Chester County, Pennsylvania.

A wooden triangle held up by a wooden contraption with two long metal poles extending from wooden triangle.

Dillon County

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

A large brick building with a four large white columns and roof.

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.

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Lexington County

Lexington County and its county seat, the town of Lexington, were named for the battle of Lexington, Massachusetts, the first battle of the American Revolution.

South Carolina Facts

South Carolina State Work Animal

The hard-working Mule was designated as the official State Heritage Work Animal by Act Number 240 of 2010.  

South Carolina Glossary

A small wooden house with a man, woman,, and four children standing in front of porch

tenant farmer

(noun) - one who resides on and farms land owned by a landlord