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Angel Oak is an exceptionally large Southern live oak (Quercus virginiana) located in Angel Oak Park on Johns Island near Charleston, South Carolina. The tree is estimated to be 400–500 years old. [1] It stands 66.5 ft (20 m) tall, measures 28 ft (8.5 m) in circumference, and produces shade that covers 17,200 square feet (1600 m 2). Its ...
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The Seven Sisters Oak, estimated to be between 500 and 1,000 years old, is the largest certified southern live oak tree. The Angel Oak on Johns Island, South Carolina, near Charleston is estimated to be 400–500 years old. It has a trunk circumference of 8.5 m (28 ft), height of 20.3 m (66 ft 6 in) and limb spread of 57 m (187 ft).
Live oak was widely used in early American butt shipbuilding.Because of the trees' short height and low-hanging branches, lumber from live oaks was used in curved parts of the frame, such as knee braces (single-piece, L-shaped braces that spring inward from the side and support the deck), in which the grain runs perpendicular to structural stress, making for exceptional strength.
Magnolia Plantation is located near Charleston and directly across the Ashley River from North Charleston. The house and gardens are open daily; an admission fee is charged. The plantation dates to 1679, when Thomas and Ann Drayton (née Anna Fox) built a house and small formal garden on the site. The plantation still remains under the control ...
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Another Angel Tree recipient said that her 16-year-old daughter was gifted "used" presents including a lunch box, scarf and beanie saying, "If you can't afford to buy a gift, please don't pick a ...
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