Here are 5 interesting facts about October 15 in South Carolina history:

1. In 1783, the Treaty of Paris was signed, officially ending the Revolutionary War and recognizing the independence of the United States. South Carolina played a significant role in the war, with major battles occurring on its soil.

2. In 1793, the cornerstone was laid for the First Baptist Church of Columbia, which is the oldest Baptist church in Columbia, South Carolina. The church is still standing and is an important historical landmark in the state.

3. In 1863, the Confederate Navy successfully defended Charleston Harbor against Union forces led by Admiral Samuel Francis Du Pont during the Civil War. The battle lasted two days and was a major victory for the Confederacy.

4. In 1932, the Clemson Tigers defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 6-0 in the first-ever meeting between the two football teams. The rivalry between the two schools is one of the oldest in college football, with the teams playing each other annually.

5. In 1940, the Charleston Naval Shipyard was established. The shipyard played an important role in building and repairing ships for the United States Navy during World War II, and it remains an important part of South Carolina's economy today.