Florence County Genealogy
Florence County was formed in 1888 from Clarendon, Darlington, Marionand Williamsburg Counties. The city of Florence was named for Florence Harllee, the daughter of the President of the Wilmington and Manchester Railroad. The city had formed in the 1850’s as a stop along the railroad. The county on fromation was then named for the city. Florence was home to a Confederate Prison Camp during the Civil War. Tobacco has been a main product of the county.
Florence County Courthouse
180 North Irby Street
County Courthouse
Florence, SC 29501
Cemeteries
USGS listing of cemeteries in Florence County
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Cities and towns of Florence County:
Cartersville
Coward
Effingham
Florence (County Seat)
Johnsonville
Lake City
McKenzie Crossroads
Olanta
Pamplico
Peniel Crossroads
Poston
Quinby
Sardis
Scranton
Timmonsville
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