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19958
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Richard Caswell is an important figure in the state's history serving as both the first and fifth governor and as a representative in the Continental Congress of 1774 and 1775. The article covers Caswell's early life from his legal training under William Herritage to his surveying work for Lord Granville during the French and Indian War. In 1770 Caswell was appointed Speaker of the House and the author summarizes Caswell's legislative career into four categories; trade and industry, court system reforms, financing public defense, and humanitarian efforts.
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North Carolina Historical Review
(NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 1, Jan 1946,
p13-31, f
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19960
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On August 25, 1774 the first Provincial Congress met in New Bern and one item of business completed was choosing qualified men to represent the state in Philadelphia at the first Continental Congress. Richard Caswell was one of the men chosen and the author examines Caswell's leadership in this role and later as commander of a regiment in New Bern. The author examines the historical record and personal correspondence to and about Caswell to portray his various roles during the American Revolution.
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North Carolina Historical Review
(NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 2, April 1946,
p119-141, f
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19962
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Caswell served the state as a military leader during the Revolution and his record has received criticism because of his defeat at the Battle of Camden. Caswell's more impressive feats occurred in the political realm following the war. The author splits this period into two three year time frames, 1782-1785 and 1785-1788, because of Caswell's differing roles in state government. From 1782-1785 he was the controller general before becoming and serving as governor from 1785-1788. The author details the responsibilities of each office and Caswell's performance as both.
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North Carolina Historical Review
(NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 3, July 1946,
p287-312, f
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