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South Carolina People
David du Bose Gaillard
David du Bose Gaillard was a U.S. Army engineer instrumental in the construction of the Panama Canal.
South Carolina Counties
Lancaster County
Lancaster County and its county seat of Lancaster were named for Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
Newberry County
The origin of the name Newberry is unknown. The county was formed in 1785 as a part of the Ninety Six District.
Richland County
Richland County was probably named for its "rich land." The county was formed in 1785 as part of the large Camden District.
Georgetown County
Georgetown County and its county seat, Georgetown, were named for King George II of England.
South Carolina Facts
South Carolina State Hospitality Beverage
Tea was designated as the official State Hospitality Beverage by Act Number 31 of 1995. South Carolina was the first state to grow tea in the United States and the birthplace of the sweet tea beverage.
South Carolina Glossary
freedman
(noun) - a person who has been released from slavery
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