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In this section find South Carolinians who served in leadership roles that helped shape policies and bring change.

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William Aiken | History of SC Slide Collection

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William Aiken | History of SC Slide Collection
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Born in Charleston in 1806, William Aiken (1806-1887) attended Hurlburt School and the South Carolina College. After receiving an inheritance from his father, he became a successful rice planter on...
James Francis Byrnes | History of SC Slide Collection

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James Francis Byrnes | History of SC Slide Collection
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James Francis Byrnes (see Governor James Byrnes) rose to prominence in South Carolina and the nation, first in the House of Representatives, and then in the Senate. A supporter of Roosevelt's New Deal...
Reconstruction | Palmetto Heritage John C. Calhoun | Palmetto Heritage

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John C. Calhoun | Palmetto Heritage
It is the summer of 1829 and Vice-President Calhoun is spending the Congressional recess at his home near Pendleton, South Carolina. His youngest daughter, Cornelia is helping her father with his...
The Statehouse | Palmetto Special John C. Calhoun | Palmetto Special

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John C. Calhoun | Palmetto Special
"The Palmetto Special" goes to John C. Calhoun's old homeplace, Fort Hill on the Clemson campus. Four students, who also appear in the dramatic portion, tour the mansion and grounds. The conclusion of...
James F. Byrnes Monument | The SC State House

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James F. Byrnes Monument | The SC State House
This monument honors James F. Byrnes 1879–1972, who served as South Carolina congressman, senator, governor, and secretary of state of the United States.
Wade Hampton Statue | The SC State House

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Wade Hampton Statue | The SC State House
Sculpted by Frederick W. Ruckstull, the bronze Wade Hampton statue is 15 feet tall and 17 feet long. It was. Hampton served with honor in the Civil War as commander of the Hampton Legion. Later, as...
Benjamin Ryan Tillman Monument | The SC State House

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Benjamin Ryan Tillman Monument | The SC State House
This monument honoring Benjamin Ryan Tillman was dedicated May 1, 1940. Ben Tillman served as governor of South Carolina from 1890 to 1894, and as United States senator from 1895 to 1918. Tillman...
Governor Donald S. Russell (1906-1998) | Road Trip

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Governor Donald S. Russell (1906-1998) | Road Trip
Governor Donald Stuart Russell prepares to extend his hand to the Rev. J. Herbert Nelson, an Orangeburg civil rights activist, in the receiving line at the governor's mansion. The Rev. I. DeQuincey...
Governor Robert McNair (1923-2007) | Road Trip

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Governor Robert McNair (1923-2007) | Road Trip
Governor Robert McNair responded to student demonstrations to desegregate the All-Star Bowling Alley by sending additional law enforcement: National Guardsmen, State Law Enforcement Division (SLED)...
Governor Robert E. McNair | S.C. Hall of Fame Governor John C. West | S.C. Hall of Fame

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Governor John C. West | S.C. Hall of Fame
John Carl West, Sr. served as the 109th Governor of South Carolina from 1971 to 1975. From 1977 to 1981, he was the U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. Governor West died on March 21, 2004.
Thomas Pinckney | S.C. Hall of Fame Thomas Sumter | S.C. Hall of Fame

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Thomas Sumter | S.C. Hall of Fame
A short biography of American Revolution militia leader and U.S. Congressman, General Thomas Sumter highlighting his military contributions during the War of Independence and his subsequent service as...
Peter Horry | S.C. Hall of Fame Thomas Pinckney | S.C. Hall of Fame

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Thomas Pinckney | S.C. Hall of Fame
5-minute biography of statesman Thomas Pinckney. Through the use of interviews and historical illustrations, the documentary tells the story of this signer of the United States Constitution, military...
Wade Hampton | S.C. Hall of Fame

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Wade Hampton | S.C. Hall of Fame
A short biography of the life of Civil War leader and Governor, General Wade Hampton. Through the use of available archival materials, scholar interviews, and historical illustrations this program...
William Henry Drayton | S.C. Hall of Fame

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William Henry Drayton | S.C. Hall of Fame
Born in Charleston, South Carolina, William Henry Drayton (1742-1779) was a planter, lawyer, and politician during the Revolutionary War. He is credited with co-designing with Arthur Middleton the...
William Moultrie | S.C. Hall of Fame

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William Moultrie | S.C. Hall of Fame
Born in Charleston, South Carolina, William Moultrie (1730-1805) is known for his leadership during the American Revolutionary War. He defended the city of Charleston from British attack in 1776, and...