Flag of South Carolina

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Meaning & Symbolism

The palmetto tree represents the defense of Fort Moultrie with palmetto logs during the Revolution. The crescent was part of Carolina soldiers' caps.

History

The current version was adopted in 1861. It is one of the oldest and most recognizable state flags.

Curiosities

Fort Moultrie, built with palmetto logs, absorbed British cannonballs thanks to the spongy wood of the tree.

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