1. Francis Marion's Birthday: On July 5, 1732, legendary American military officer Francis Marion was born in the Berkeley County region of South Carolina. Marion, nicknamed "the Swamp Fox," played a key role in the Revolutionary War and is celebrated as a hero in South Carolina and beyond.

2. Charleston Earthquake of 1886: On July 5, 1886, a devastating earthquake struck Charleston, South Carolina. The quake, which reached a magnitude of 7.3, resulted in over 100 deaths and caused extensive damage to buildings and infrastructure throughout the city.

3. "Bloody Marsh" Battle: On July 5, 1742, a pivotal battle known as the "Bloody Marsh" took place on St. Simons Island, which is part of present-day Georgia but was then part of the colony of South Carolina. The battle, which saw British forces repel a Spanish invasion, helped secure British dominance in the region.

4. Hurricane Agnes: In 1972, Hurricane Agnes struck South Carolina on July 5, causing widespread flooding and damage throughout the state. The hurricane was responsible for over a dozen deaths in South Carolina and is considered one of the most destructive storms in the state's history.

5. South Carolina Ratifies the Constitution: On July 5, 1788, South Carolina became the eighth state to ratify the United States Constitution, officially joining the newly formed United States of America. The state's support was considered critical to the success of the Constitution and helped pave the way for its adoption by other states.