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Explore South Carolina through StudySC! Learn about your community, South Carolina history, and the people who have made a significant impact on the state and the world.

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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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South Carolina People

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John Berry

Born in Aiken, SC, John Edward Berry is a Grammy Award-winning Country Music artist. 

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Elliott White Springs

Elliott White Springs was a South Carolina businessman and an American flying ace of World War I.

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Anne Bonny

Anne Bonny was a female pirate who lived in Charleston, SC.

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Virginia McLaurin

Born in Cheraw, SC, Virginia McLaurin is a community volunteer and supercentenarian.

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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Chesterfield County

Chesterfield County was named for the English statesman Lord Chesterfield (1694-1773).

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Pickens County

Pickens County was named for Revolutionary War hero Andrew Pickens (1739-1817).

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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

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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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citizen

(noun) - a legally recognized member of a country, state, or other places who has obligations to and is entitled to protection by and from the government

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