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Crushing Loyalism in Western NC.

Thursday, April 03, 2025

“His Majesty’s most dutiful Subjects….” Remaining loyal to the King during the American Revolution.

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Something Big is About to Happen: North Carolina First in Freedom Festival 2026

Thursday, February 06, 2025

5 Interesting facts about the American Revolution that you should know

Friday, January 17, 2025

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Upcoming Events

May 1, 2025

— Elizabeth City, NC

The Ongoing Fight for Freedom: Stories of NC Black Veterans

May 10, 2025

— Lewisville, NC

The Battle of Shallow Ford: An Exhibition of Words and Watercolors

May 15, 2025

— Raleigh, NC

Ken Burns: The American Revolution

May 17, 2025

— Burlington, NC

Fight for the Backcountry: 254th Anniversary of the Battle of Alamance

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'Two Lights for Tomorrow' Will Shine in Communities Across North Carolina April 18

Thursday, April 10, 2025

America 250 NC Teaching Fellows Applications Open

Thursday, April 10, 2025

Historic Halifax State Historic Site Hosts 'Halifax Resolves Days: Prelude to Revolution' on April 11-12, 2025

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

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