Record #:

36144

Author(s):

Mellevold, Audrey

Abstract:

The base known familiarly as Cherry Point has followed a longstanding military tradition for North Carolina, with Marines on coastal duty since 1777. Cherry Point’s history included its founding, attributed to the Quantico, Virginia base being deemed inadequate. Also noted in its profile: base name’s source; originally designated location; role in World War II; inclusion of female Marines; and celebrity pilots such as Tyrone Power.

Source:

Journal of the New Bern Historical Society (NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 4 Issue 1, May 1991, p15-24

Subject(s):

Marine Corps Air Station (Cherry Point); Coast defenses; Military bases--Cherry Point; World War (1939-1945); Film Industry; Films; American Revolution

Record #:

25596

Author(s):

Sterling, Nancy

Abstract:

North Carolina is the fastest growing film industry in the nation. This can be attributed to the state’s low level of unionization, low costs of filming, aggressive efforts of the state government, long shooting seasons, and varied landscapes.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 2 Issue 18, Sept 28-Oct 11 1984, p3, 5, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Film Industry; Film-making--North Carolina; North Carolina--Film; Wilmington--Industry