Record #:

14561

Author(s):

Lawrence, R.C.

Abstract:

Colonel William Polk is a noteworthy American historical figure who was born and raised in North Carolina. The article contains an outline of Polk's life from birth in Mecklenburg 1758 to political appointments following his post-Revolutionary War career. Polk's exploits during the Revolutionary War are the main focus of this piece.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 14 Issue 5, June 1946, p23-24

Subject(s):

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