Record #:

44283

Author(s):

Jones, Wilbur D., Jr.

Abstract:

""Named the 'Defense Capitol of the State,' Wilmington earned the distinction of American WWII Heritage City thanks, in part, to the work of a veteran who was inspired by the Port City's conflict response." The state's largest employer, The North Carolina Shipbuilding Company is located in Wilmington. The city earned its special heritage distinction on September 2, 2020.

Source:

Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 92 Issue 6, November 2024, p164-165, il

Subject(s):

American World War II Heritage City (Wilmington); Wilmington--World War II--history