North Carolina

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» Alamance County 122 » Alexander County 8 » Alleghany County 9 » Anson County 13 » Ashe County 5 » Avery County 11 » Beaufort County 40 » Bertie County 18 » Bladen County 10 » Brunswick County 61 » Buncombe County 103 » Burke County 21 » Cabarrus County 45 » Caldwell County 7 » Camden County 18 » Carteret County 60 » Caswell County 41 » Catawba County 28 » Chatham County 18 » Cherokee County 23 » Chowan County 34 » Clay County 6 » Cleveland County 26 » Columbus County 4 » Craven County 56 » Cumberland County 109 » Currituck County 38 » Dare County 103 » Davidson County 22 » Davie County 20 » Duplin County 9 » Durham County 49 » Edgecombe County 31 » Forsyth County 227 » Franklin County 6 » Gaston County 42 » Gates County 7 » Graham County 12 » Granville County 31 » Greene County 9 » Guilford County 236 » Halifax County 74 » Harnett County 32 » Haywood County 46 » Henderson County 77 » Hertford County 20 » Hoke County 6 » Hyde County 15 » Iredell County 22 » Jackson County 16 » Johnston County 77 » Jones County 1 » Lee County 4 » Lenoir County 42 » Lincoln County 37 » Macon County 28 » Madison County 21 » Martin County 7 » McDowell County 17 » Mecklenburg County 137 » Mitchell County 8 » Montgomery County 16 » Moore County 16 » Nash County 25 » New Hanover County 101 » Northampton County 24 » Onslow County 20 » Orange County 47 » Pamlico County 2 » Pasquotank County 36 » Pender County 17 » Perquimans County 7 » Person County 25 » Pitt County 26 » Polk County 23 » Randolph County 12 » Richmond County 22 » Robeson County 17 » Rockingham County 31 » Rowan County 71 » Rutherford County 32 » Sampson County 6 » Scotland County 28 » Stanly County 6 » Stokes County 19 » Surry County 31 » Swain County 66 » Transylvania County 41 » Tyrrell County 5 » Union County 25 » Vance County 18 » Wake County 120 » Warren County 29 » Washington County 46 » Watauga County 25 » Wayne County 32 » Wilkes County 36 » Wilson County 17 » Yadkin County 13 » Yancey County 8

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From the mountains to the sea, we're all one big family in North Carolina.
Roy Cooper in Twitter, 2019
North Carolina's history unfolds across its diverse landscapes. From Native American civilizations to European exploration and colonial settlements, the state's past is steeped in cultural intersections. North Carolina played a crucial role in the American Revolution and the Civil War. Its rich agricultural heritage, including tobacco and cotton, has left an indelible mark. Today, North Carolina welcomes visitors with its beautiful coastal beaches, majestic mountains, and vibrant cities. Immerse yourself in the history and charm of North Carolina, where tradition meets natural beauty.
Brief timeline of the history of the state of North Carolina:

  • 1585: The Roanoke Colony, the first English attempt at establishing a permanent settlement in the New World, is founded on Roanoke Island.
  • 1712: North Carolina becomes a separate colony from the Province of Carolina.
  • 1775: The Mecklenburg Resolves, a set of resolutions declaring independence from Great Britain, are adopted in Mecklenburg County.
  • 1789: North Carolina ratifies the United States Constitution and becomes the 12th state.
  • 1792: Raleigh is established as the capital of North Carolina.
  • 1831: Nat Turner's slave rebellion takes place in Southampton County, Virginia, but its impact is felt in North Carolina, leading to stricter slave codes and restrictions.
  • 1861: North Carolina secedes from the Union and joins the Confederacy at the outbreak of the American Civil War.
  • 1865: Union forces capture the city of Raleigh, effectively ending Confederate control of North Carolina.
  • 1903: The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, conduct their first powered flight at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, marking a significant milestone in aviation history.
  • 1960: The Woolworth's lunch counter sit-in takes place in Greensboro, North Carolina, as part of the Civil Rights Movement, leading to nationwide protests against racial segregation.
  • 1971: The United States Supreme Court case Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education upholds the use of busing as a means to achieve racial integration in public schools.
  • 1991: Research Triangle Park, a hub for technology and research, becomes one of the largest research parks in the United States, driving economic growth in the region.
  • Today, North Carolina is known for its diverse industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, biotechnology, and technology. The state is also recognized for its natural beauty, with attractions such as the Outer Banks, the Great Smoky Mountains, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.