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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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George Bell Timmerman

George Bell Timmerman was the 105th Governor of South Carolina.

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Vanna White

Vanna White is a television personality best known as the puzzle-board turner and co-host on the game show Wheel of Fortune.

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Etu Evans

Shoe and accessory designer, interior design consultant, philanthropist.

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Angelica Singleton Van Buren

Angelica Singleton Van Buren married Abraham Van Buren while his father, Martin Van Buren was the eighth President of the United States.

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Kershaw County

Kershaw County was named for Joseph Kershaw (1727-1791), an early settler.

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Spartanburg County

Spartanburg County and its county seat, the city of Spartanburg, were named for the Spartan Regiment, a local militia unit that fought in the Revolutionary War.

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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.

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Marlboro County

Marlboro County was named after John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722).

South Carolina Facts

South Carolina State Grass

Indian Grass was designated as the official State Grass by Act Number 94 of 2001. Indian Grass can be used to make baskets. 

South Carolina Glossary

A 1773 map of the Province of South Carolina.

Backcountry

(noun) - the frontier, or less populated area of North and South Carolina