Record #:

22095

Author(s):

Morehead, Joseph M

Abstract:

This article provides a brief overview of the activities and decisions made by Revolutionary War commanders on both sides of the conflict before and after the Battle of Guilford Court-House, when Patriot forces under the command of Nathaniel Greene defeated Loyalist forces commanded by General Cornwallis.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 4 Issue 12, April 1905, p3-8 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22142

Author(s):

Olds, Fred A.

Abstract:

This article discusses the Colonial and Revolutionary Period artifacts and documents housed in the Hall of History at the Agricultural Building in Raleigh. The items found in the Hall pertain North Carolina's history and culture.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 6 Issue 2, October 1906, p123-145 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22143

Author(s):

Moffitt, Mrs. E.E.

Abstract:

This article examines the history of the North Carolina Society of the Daughters of the Revolution from its founding in 1890 by Mrs. Flora Adams Darling up to 1906. It also looks at the requirements for membership into the Society as well as some of the various projects members undertook.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 6 Issue 2, October 1906, p146-150, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22153

Author(s):

Carr, J.O.

Abstract:

This article describes the Battle of Rockfish Creek, which took place on August 2, 1781 between a Whig militia of 330 troops and 500 British. The British defeated the militia and took over 30 prisoners. The British troops were marching through the counties surrounding Wilmington arresting Whigs and enlisting more Loyalist supporters.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 6 Issue 3, January 1907, p177-184 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22154

Author(s):

Alderman, J.T.

Abstract:

This article examines the life and service of Jesse Franklin of Surry County. Franklin was commissioned a Lieutenant in George Washington's army and took part in numerous military engagements. After the Revolutionary War, Franklin was a member of the state legislature and was eventually elected to Congress as a Senator. After he retired from Congress, Franklin was appointed to treat with the Chickasaw Indians and was elected governor of North Carolina in 1820.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 6 Issue 3, January 1907, p185- 203 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22167

Author(s):

Strong, Robert C.

Abstract:

This article discusses the cultural and political climate of North Carolina just before and during the American Revolution. The article highlights the effects of the War of Regulation before 1775, the opposition of the Cumberland district during the Revolutionary War, and the opposition of some political leaders to independence.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 6 Issue 4, April 1907, p218-226 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22169

Author(s):

Alderman, J.T.

Abstract:

This article discusses North Carolina history relating to the Revolutionary War that the author feels has been overlooked by historians, including Governor Burke's orders to mobilize the North Carolina militia to preemptively cut off the escape route of General Cornwallis from Yorktown and the efforts and deeds of the North Carolina militia in military engagements throughout the North Carolina and South Carolina.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 6 Issue 4, April 1907, p238-242 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22195

Author(s):

Connor, R.D.W.

Abstract:

This article chronicles family and personal deeds of John Harvey who was integral to the colonial government in North Carolina prior to the Revolutionary War and who was also an important cog in the push for independence from England leading up to the Revolution.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 8 Issue 1, July 1908, p3-42 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22196

Author(s):

King, Clyde L.

Abstract:

This article chronicles various military organizations of the North Carolina during the American Revolution. Through this, the author hopes to determine whether North Carolina or the Continental Congress exercised control or authority over them.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 8 Issue 1, July 1908, p42-55 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22242

Author(s):

Battle, Kemp P.

Abstract:

This article details the personal life, family history, and military service of Revolutionary War general Jethro Sumner. It highlights his service during the French and Indian War where he rose to the rank of lieutenant while commanding a fort, his service to Warren County as a justice of the peace, and his appointment as brigadier general by the Continental Congress in 1779.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 8 Issue 2, October 1908, p111-140 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22243

Author(s):

Craven, Bruce

Abstract:

The article details the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, created by Mecklenburg County residents on May 20, 1775 to declare their separation from the British government. It also highlights the freedom loving nature of Mecklenburg County's original settlers from the mid-17th century and the county's resistance to British over reach throughout its history.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 8 Issue 2, October 1908, p141-148 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22296

Author(s):

Boyd, William K.

Abstract:

The Battle of Kings Mountain took place near the town of Kings Mountain, North Carolina on the prominence across the border in South Carolina. The decisive defeat of Loyalist militia under Patrick Ferguson ended Cornwallis advance into North Carolina in October 1780.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 8 Issue 4, April 1909, p298-314, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22311

Author(s):

McCorkle, George

Abstract:

Colonel Francis Locke of Rowan County was a North Carolina native and Patriot leader during the Revolutionary War. The article highlights he military service during the Revolution as well as his legislative service during the early days of the United States.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 10 Issue 1, July 1910, p12-21 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Locke, Francis, 1722-1796; North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

22313

Author(s):

Ashe, S.A.

Abstract:

Mecklenburg County, North Carolina resident, Colonel Thomas Polk has been credited with a major role in the May 1775 declaration of independence from British rule. However, contemporary documentation of the event seems to be lacking.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 10 Issue 1, July 1910, p43-47 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783; Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence

Record #:

22362

Author(s):

Haywood, Marshall Delancey

Abstract:

In a January 1912 address given before a meeting of the Grand Lodge of North Carolina, lawyer and legislator Marshall DeLancey Haywood reviewed the contributions of North Carolina Masons to the Patriot movement. Particularly prominent figures included Colonel Joseph Montfort, Cornelius Harnett, and Joseph Leach.

Source:

The North Carolina Booklet (NoCar F 251 .N86), Vol. 12 Issue 1, July 1912, p21-40 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783