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Jacob Stroyer

Jacob Stroyer was a former slave who became a preacher in Massachusetts. He is best known for his autobiography, My Life in the South. 

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Kadra Maysi

Poet, novelist, playwright, historian. Her primary love was poetry, with a focus on lyrical verse, sonnets, and nature poems.

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Fritz Hollings

Senator Fritz Hollings was a South Carolina governor from 1959-1963 and U.S. Senator from 1966-2005.

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Julie Roberts

Julie Roberts is a popular country music singer.

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Cherokee County

Cherokee County was named after the Cherokee Indians who once made it their home.

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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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Newberry County

The origin of the name Newberry is unknown. The county was formed in 1785 as a part of the Ninety Six District.

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Jasper County

Jasper County was named for Revolutionary War hero Sergeant William Jasper (ca.1750-1779).

South Carolina Facts

South Carolina State Heritage Horse

The Marsh Tacky is a rare colonial Spanish horse breed found only in South Carolina. In 2010, the Marsh Tacky was designated as the official State Heritage Horse of South Carolina. 

South Carolina Glossary

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Senate

(noun) - the upper house of the South Carolina General Assembly. It consists of 46 senators elected from single-member districts for four-year terms.