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Find out how slaves were transported from West Africa to South Carolina. Also, discover the culture and language influences as Karl McAlister, Francis Marion University Librarian, takes us on a tour...South Carolina Counties
The state of South Carolina is made up of 46 counties. Learn more about each county by selecting a county below to explore people, places and events.
The state of South Carolina is made up of 46 counties. Learn more about each county by selecting a county below to explore people, places and events.
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To view the state by landform regions, visit Web of Water or for the artistic sides of the state, visit A Natural State.
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West African Slaves | Pee Dee Explorer
Swamp Fox | Pee Dee Explorer
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Francis Marion served in the American Revolutionary War. Known as the Swamp Fox, he is considered one of the fathers of modern guerrilla warfare due to his "surprise attack" strategies that often took...
Fossils, Bones, and Ancient Trees | Pee Dee Explorer
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A continuation of the overview of the Pee Dee
Natural and Cultural Landscapes | Pee Dee Explorer
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Residents and historians explain the cultural and physical characteristics of Sandy Island.
Topiary Garden Tour
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One of the oldest sections of Pearl Fryar's garden is anchored around a Christmas tree he replanted in 1982. Success at cultivating the Eastern white pine, a native of the Blue Ridge of South Carolina...
Hewn Timber Cabins | Pee Dee Explorer
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Examine the life of African American slaves as Karl McAlister, Francis Marion University Librarian, takes us on a tour of the two remaining hewn timber cabins from the Gregg Plantation in Florence...
Peach Farming | Pee Dee Explorer
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McLeod Farms, family owned and operated since 1916, is one of the largest peach growers in the Southeast. The peach farm is located in McBee, South Carolina.
Hartsville History | Pee Dee Explorer
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Walter Edgar learns about the history of Hartsville, South Carolina.
Georgetown | Pee Dee Explorer
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Learn the history of Georgetown, South Carolina as well as the booming rice culture supported by slavery.