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South Carolina State Facts
Entered Union: May 23, 1788 (8th State)
Present constitution adopted: 1895
Fun Facts
State abbreviation/Postal code: S.C./SC
Nickname: Palmetto State
Origin of…
The 42nd Annual Grammy Awards were presented at Los Angeles' Staples Center on February 23, 2000.Record:“Smooth,” Santana featuring Rob ThomasAlbum:Supernatural, Santana (Arista Records)Song:“…
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