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South Carolina People
Bo Hopkins
William Mauldin Hopkins, better known as "Bo," is an actor. He is best known for playing supporting roles in American Graffiti, Midnight Express, The Wild Bunch, and The Getaway.
James Dickey
James Dickey was a professor at the University of South Carolina known for his poetry and novels.
South Carolina Counties
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.
Saluda County
Saluda County was named for the Saluda River, which forms one of its borders. The county was established in 1895 from part of Edgefield County, and the county seat is the town of Saluda.
Richland County
Richland County was probably named for its "rich land." The county was formed in 1785 as part of the large Camden District.
South Carolina Facts
South Carolina State Beverage
Milk was designated as the official State Beverage by Act Number 360 of 1984 because dairy farmers are found in almost every county in the state. The dairy industry is a one hundred million dollar enterprise for the state of South Carolina.
South Carolina Glossary
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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