Record #:

24609

Author(s):

Gerard, Philip

Abstract:

The shad is North Carolina’s state historical boat and its history dates back to the Reconstruction era. George Washington Creef built the first shad in 1881 and it became a popular boat for those who fished for a living.

Source:

Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 82 Issue 5, October 2014, p19-20, il

Subject(s):

North Carolina, Eastern--History; Fishing--North Carolina, Eastern