South Carolina

South Carolina is a state in the Southern region of the United States. The Province of South Carolina was one of the 13 colonies that revolted against British rule in the American Revolution. It was the first state to secede from the Union to found the Confederate States of America. The state is named after King Charles I of England. As of 2004, the state's population is 4,198,068.

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State - Southern - United States - Province of South Carolina - 13 colonies - American Revolution - Confederate States of America - Charles I of England - 2004

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Several ships in the United States Navy have been named USS South Carolina in honor of this state.

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United States Navy - USS ''South Carolina''

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