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South Carolina People

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James Marion Sims

James Marion Sims is credited as the "father of modern gynecology" for developing tools and surgical techniques related to women's reproductive health.

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Jim Gandy

South Carolina's Weatherman, Jim Gandy, was the Chief Meteorologist for WISTV (1984-1998) and WLTX (1999-2019).

William Henry Drayton

William Henry Drayton was a planter and lawyer from Charleston, SC, who served as a delegate for South Carolina to the Continental Congress.

South Carolina Counties

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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.

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Georgetown County

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

Dorchester County

Dorchester County was named for Dorchester, Massachusetts.

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Dillon County

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

South Carolina Facts

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South Carolina Statehood

South Carolina became the eighth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on May 23, 1788.

South Carolina Glossary

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Upcountry

(noun) - a geographic and cultural region located in northwestern South Carolina. Also known as the Upstate.

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