History Early history The area comprising Columbus County was originally inhabited by the Waccamaw people. Historically, the "eastern Siouans" had territories extending through the area of Columbus County prior to any European exploration or settlement in the 16th century.
History Early history The area comprising Columbus County was originally inhabited by the Waccamaw people Historically the "eastern Siouans" had territories extending through the area of Columbus County prior to any European exploration or settlement in the 16th century