Abstract:
Orators, politicians, and citizens were present during the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Kings Mountain, celebrated on 5 October 1880. The ceremonies lasted for two days, as the first monument was unveiled, and the \"relic house\" was opened to the public. Governors of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia were on hand to witness the military display that included the Cleveland Guard of Shelby, King's Mountain High School Cadets, and others.