1. On April 11, 1785, the South Carolina General Assembly passed an act establishing the University of South Carolina in Columbia. It was one of the first state-supported universities in the United States.

2. In 1865, on April 11, General William Tecumseh Sherman and his army entered Columbia, South Carolina, during the Civil War. The city was largely destroyed by fire during the Union occupation.

3. On April 11, 1870, the South Carolina Constitution was adopted by a convention of delegates in the capital city of Columbia. This constitution extended voting rights to African Americans and provided for public education.

4. The town of Summerville, South Carolina, was incorporated on April 11, 1847. Located in Dorchester County, Summerville is known for its beautiful gardens and historic homes.

5. On April 11, 1923, the Charleston Naval Shipyard was established in South Carolina. The shipyard played an important role during World War II, providing repairs and maintenance for naval vessels. Today, the site is home to a mixed-use development known as Navy Yard at Noisette.