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North Charleston, South Carolina

Located in Charleston County, South Carolina, North Charleston was established in 1972. Boeing's 787 Dreamliner final assembly plant brought thousands of aerospace jobs. North Charleston is South Carolina's third-largest city.
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Founded 1972 | Population 120,000 | Peak 120,000 (2024) | County Charleston County

Top 10 Most Important Events for North Charleston, South Carolina

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1901Charleston Naval Shipyard: Navy Yard becomes major employer.
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1972City Incorporated: North Charleston breaks from Charleston.
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1996Naval Base Closes: BRAC closes Charleston Naval Base; major economic hit.
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2011Boeing 787 Plant Opens: Boeing Dreamliner factory brings thousands of jobs.
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2015Walter Scott Shooting: Police shooting of Walter Scott caught on video sparks national outrage.
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2023SC's 3rd Largest City: Industrial and commercial growth continues.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1901 Government
Charleston Naval Shipyard
1972 Government
City Incorporated
1996 Government
Naval Base Closes
2011 Industry
Boeing 787 Plant Opens
2015 Civil Rights
Walter Scott Shooting
2023 Business
SC's 3rd Largest City

Did You Know?

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Boeing's 787 Dreamliner final assembly plant brought thousands of aerospace jobs.
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North Charleston is South Carolina's third-largest city.
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The former Naval Base is being redeveloped into a mixed-use community.
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North Charleston is located in Charleston County, South Carolina.
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North Charleston was founded in 1972.
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