Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.
Old Mecklenburg and the Meaning of the American Experience
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This article looks at the history of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County on the occasion of its 200th anniversary. Attention is given to its more notable citizens, including President James K. Polk, as well as a kind of utopian sentiment about the area's first century. Details on local industry, politics, and development are also included.
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