South Carolina State Flag - Official Design and Symbolism #1279230 (License: Personal Use)

The South Carolina state flag displays a white crescent moon in the upper left corner and a stylized white sabal palmetto tree centered on a solid blue field. The design originates from the Revolutionary War era, honoring the defense of Fort Moultrie in 1776, where the palmetto log walls absorbed cannon fire. The crescent moon is believed to derive from the gorget worn by colonial militia soldiers.

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