1. On August 6, 1915, the first meeting of the South Carolina State Fair Association was held in Columbia. The State Fair has been an annual event in South Carolina since 1869 and continues to be a popular attraction for residents and visitors alike.

2. On August 6, 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. While this event did not take place in South Carolina, it had a profound impact on the state and the world as a whole.

3. On August 6, 1965, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson. This landmark legislation helped ensure that all Americans, regardless of race, were given the right to vote.

4. On August 6, 1991, the Carolina Panthers were awarded a franchise by the National Football League (NFL). The team would go on to play their first game in 1995 and have since become a beloved part of the state's sports culture.

5. On August 6, 2007, a tragic accident occurred on the Combahee River in Beaufort County, South Carolina. Nine people were killed and four were injured when a tour boat capsized during a thunderstorm. This event was a devastating reminder of the destructive power of nature and the importance of safety precautions.