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“S” is for South Carolina. Warship. During the Revolutionary War, patriot leaders of South Carolina worried about threats from the sea. Local officials dealt with this problem by creating a state navy--the most famous component of which was the frigate South Carolina.

“S” is for South Carolina. Warship. During the Revolutionary War, patriot leaders of South Carolina worried about threats from the sea. Local officials dealt with this problem by creating a state navy--the most famous component of which was the frigate South Carolina.

“G” is for Greenville County (790 square miles; 2020 population 532,486).

“G” is for Greenville County (790 square miles; 2020 population 532,486).

“G” is for Greenville County Museum of Art

“G” is for Greenville County Museum of Art

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 20, 2026: we hear from some potential 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls; we remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.; we also have major campaign trail updates; and more!

“D” is for Dueling. Duels took place in South Carolina from colonial times until 1880, when the General Assembly officially outlawed the practice.

“M” is for Miller, Thomas Ezekiel (1849-1938). Political leader, college president.

“M” is for Miller, Thomas Ezekiel (1849-1938). Political leader, college president.