South Carolina overview and notable facts
South Carolina features a blue flag with a white palmetto tree and state bird, yellow white quarter moon flower, and wren as state symbols. It ranks 40th in area and 26th in population, leads textile production, and has significant peaches and tobacco crops. Charleston landmarks and tourism are prominent, with Calhoun and Marion noted as famous natives.
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George Rogers, USC tailback from 1977 to 1981, is noted as South Carolina's sole Heisman winner. He posted 100-yard games in 22 straight contests and was a first-round pick by the New Orleans Saints. A mural of him was painted on USC walls by students.
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