We recognize North Charleston for its rapid growth and strategic importance. With roots in aviation, defense, and industry, it’s a dynamic city shaping South Carolina’s future.
North Charleston, South Carolina
The City of North Charleston was established as the ninth-largest city in South Carolina on June 12, 1972, with John E. Bourne Jr. as its first mayor. By December of that year, North Charleston became the fourth-largest city in the state after annexing the Naval Base, Air Force Base, and Charleston International Airport.