Atlas of the United States: The Southeastern Region: South Carolina

South Carolina, located in the southeastern USA, is bordered by Georgia, North Carolina, and the Atlantic Ocean. It features diverse geography, including coastal plains, the Piedmont, and the Appalachian Mountains. The state has a subtropical climate, with rare snowfall except in the mountains. Major cities include Charleston and Columbia. South Carolina is known for its traditional foods like boiled peanuts and Frogmore Stew. Historically, it was a major rice and indigo producer, relying heavily on enslaved labor. South Carolina played significant roles in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, being the first to ratify the Articles of Confederation and the first to secede from the Union.

What geographic areas make up the territory of South Carolina?

What is the highest point in South Carolina?

What are some traditional local foods in South Carolina?

When did South Carolina enter the Union as the 8th US state?

What significant event related to the Civil War occurred in South Carolina?