Record #:

21815

Author(s):

Combs, Edwin L., III

Abstract:

This article looks at the unique problems encountered by commercial interests in coastal North Carolina during the 18th century utilizing data contained in 1768-1772 British customs returns. This data was overlooked by historian Charles Christopher Crittenden in his 1936 article, 'Commerce of North Carolina, 1763-1789,' leading Combs to challenge Crittenden's conclusions and place his focus on the delicate balance between maritime trade, mercantilism, and economic development.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 80 Issue 1, Jan 2003, p1-27, il, por, map, f

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775--Commerce; Maritime commerce