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20123
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Following the Revolutionary War, Charles Pettigrew turned to agriculture to supplement his family's income. The reverend owned no property until his marriage to Mary Blount on October 29, 1778. From this nuptial he gained both property and slaves in Tennessee and North Carolina. Pettigrew established the Pettigrew Plantation in North Carolina acquiring lands in Tyrell and Washington Counties. The article summarizes the Pettigrew's development of the plantation and general history of the area.
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20369
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This biographical essay looks at the life and career of Charles \"Old Parson\" Pettigrew, with a detailed look at his youth, education, actions during the Revolutionary War, career in the North Carolina Episcopal Church and eventual election to Bishop. Excerpts from his writings and correspondence are included.
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