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
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Americans have recognized Black history annually since 1926, first as "Negro History Week" and later as "Black History…
