1. Battle of Cowpens: On January 6, 1781, one of the most significant battles of the American Revolution occurred in Cowpens, South Carolina. The battle saw the American forces led by Brig. Gen. Dan Morgan secure a decisive victory over British forces, which played a pivotal role in turning the tide of the Revolution in America's favor.

2. First State of the State Address: January 6, 1776, marked the first State of the State address in South Carolina. It was delivered by John Rutledge, who was serving as the state's president at that time.

3. Sinking of the USS Housatonic: In 1864, the Confederate submarine H.L. Hunley sank the Union warship USS Housatonic off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina, on January 6. It was the first time in history that a submarine had sunk an enemy ship.

4. Establishment of Clemson University: On January 6, 1889, Clemson Agricultural College of South Carolina, now known as Clemson University, was established. The college was named after Thomas Green Clemson, who had bequeathed his Fort Hill plantation and monetary funds to establish an agricultural college.

5. Start of the Kwanzaa Celebration: The first Kwanzaa celebration in the United States was held on January 6, 1966, in Los Angeles, California. The celebration was established by Maulana Karenga, a professor of African-American Studies, and has since become a recognized cultural holiday celebrated across the country.