Former South Carolina Governors

Former S.C. governors from the colonial era, to the 21st century can be found here!

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Colleton, James | South Carolina Public Radio

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"C" is for Colleton, James (d. 1706). Governor. Colleton was the son and brother of Carolina proprietors. He was named governor in 1686 with instructions to clamp down on illegal trade with pirates...
Guerard, Benjamin | South Carolina Public Radio

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"G" is for Guerard, Benjamin (d. 1788). Governor. Guerard studied law in England and was admitted to the South Carolina bar in 1761. He served in the Commons House, but spent most of his time dealing...
Pinckney, Charles | South Carolina Public Radio

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"P" is for Pinckney, Charles [1757-1784]. Planter, legislator, governor, statesman. In 1779, Pinckney began his public service as a member of the General Assembly. During the Revolution he...