The Lake Norman Brief
Revolutionary War
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Rifles on the Ridge: The Story of King’s Mountain
When Lyman C. Draper published King’s Mountain and Its Heroes in 1881, his goal was clear: to preserve, in permanent form, the…
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The Lost State of Franklin (1784–1789)
In the uneasy years following the Revolutionary War, the young United States faced more debts than it had answers. North Carolina, burdened…
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The “Lost Provinces” of Western North Carolina
The “Lost Provinces” refers to the historically isolated counties of Ashe, Alleghany, and Watauga in North Carolina, shaped by challenging geography and…
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The Revolutionary War in the Carolinas: Charlotte, Huntersville and Lake Norman
The Southern Campaign of the American Revolutionary War highlighted the decisive battles in North Carolina, notably in Charlotte and surrounding areas. These…
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The History of Davidson College: From Revolutionary Roots to a Lake Norman Liberal Arts Leader
Davidson College, established in 1837, blends its Revolutionary roots and Presbyterian heritage while evolving into a premier liberal arts institution. Located near…
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The Battle at Cowan’s Ford: Mecklenburg’s Last Stand in the Revolution
By the winter of 1781, the American Revolution had dragged on for nearly six years. The southern theater, once quiet, had become…
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Charlotte’s Hornet’s Nest: A Legacy of Rebellion
In the autumn of 1780, British General Cornwallis underestimated the southern colonies’ resolve, particularly in Mecklenburg County, where he encountered fierce resistance…