Although its complete history has been lost to time, a document drafted by patriots in Charlotte is believed to be the colonies’ first written declaration of independence.
Writer Philip Gerard Relives the Civil War
A writer revisits the personal challenges, successes, and doubts in discovering and documenting North Carolina's role in the Civil War.
One Nation, Again After Johnston’s Surrender
After four years and thousands of lives lost, the war ends. (Volume 5, Part Four)
The Great Lexington Barbecue Cover-Up
Hidden for decades behind a wall in the mayor’s office, the discovery of the town’s oldest barbecue pits is jogging a city’s collective memory.
Origins of Weird Town Names in North Carolina
Wayne Schmitt, a reader from Concord, asked us, "What is so high about High Point?" His question got us thinking: What are the stories behind weird town names in North Carolina?
Highway Marker Program Puts History on a Stick
The N.C. Highway Historical Marker Program, among the first of its kind, ensures that every county in our state has a roadside history lesson.
Johnston’s Last Stand at the Battle of Bentonville
Confederate brigades battle Sherman’s troops in Bentonville. (Volume 5, Part Three)
