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SC S0969
Resolution
AI Summary
- Recognizes and honors Martha Bray Carson of Chester, South Carolina, who authored the South Carolina state flag pledge in 1950 for the United Daughters of the Confederacy
- The pledge states: "I salute the flag of South Carolina and pledge to the Palmetto State love, loyalty, and faith"
- Carson served in leadership roles including South Carolina Division President of the United Daughters of the Confederacy (1944-1946), State Genealogist for the Daughters of the American Revolution (1936-1946), and was admitted to the National League of Pen Women
- Carson passed away on September 16, 1953, thirteen years before the General Assembly officially adopted her pledge in April 1966
- Resolves that an ungloved right hand should be placed over the heart while reciting the state flag pledge and directs a copy be presented to Carson's cousin, Julie N. Hardaway
Legislative Description
Martha Bray Carson
Last Action
Introduced and adopted
3/3/2026
Full Bill Text
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