CDP in Virginia, United States
It’s been a fascinating year as the nation celebrates America’s independence. An important part of that celebration has been learning about North Carolina’s often-neglected role in both the decision to…
I can’t watch the Kentucky Derby without thinking of North Carolina’s heritage of horse racing, particularly in the region around the colonial town of Halifax. The staff at the Halifax…
The anniversary of the American Revolution’s Battle of Guilford Courthouse is being honored this weekend in Greensboro. The battle was fought on March 15, 1781. After skirmishes and chases through…
As part of the John Locke Foundation’s NC250: Freedom’s Vanguard initiative, this essay contest invited students, scholars, historians, and writers to explore North Carolina’s pivotal role in the American Revolution…
As part of the John Locke Foundation’s NC250: Freedom’s Vanguard initiative, this essay contest invited students, scholars, historians, and writers to explore North Carolina’s pivotal role in the American Revolution…
Tonight at 8 p.m., PBS North Carolina will air the last episode of Ken Burns’ “The American Revolution” documentary series. I have learned a great deal about the complex nature…
Most people consider the Battle of Yorktown to mark the end of the American Revolution, but did you know that some historians have called the Battle of Beaufort, which took…
The Pentagon alerted the Biden administration that several offshore wind energy areas slated for development would severely conflict with military operations, facilities, and training. Among the worst ones highlighted is…
October 17, 1862 | Shipbuilders contracted to construct the CSS Neuse. The ironclad, one of twenty-four in the Confederate Navy, was completed in April 1864. A good portion of the hull is on…
We learn in American history class that the British surrender at Yorktown in 1781 sealed victory for the patriots in the American Revolutionary War. But why did British Gen. Charles…
In a way we are all about remembering history around here at the John Locke Foundation. Last week I had the opportunity to take a break from the policy process…
I’d have “The World Turned Upside Down” played, as it was by the British when they surrendered at Yorktown. If I could get a Highland band playing it on pipes…