It was not popular at the time to have a county named for a royalist governor. Image courtesy of the north carolina office of archives and history, raleigh, nc. It was named for arthur dobbs, governor of the province of north carolina from 1754 to 1765. North carolinas only french and indian war frontier fort. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. The large log fort, deemed necessary for the protection of frontier settlers during the conflict, was constructed by provincial rangers under the command of hugh waddell. This short history of north carolina is a selective history, told from a very summary level, but thats not a criticism as much as simply a general observation. World heritage encyclopedia, the aggregation of the largest online encyclopedias available, and the most.
The french and indian war, fort dobbs and hugh waddell from ncpedia for more about north carolinas history, arts and culture, visit cultural resources online. Place, iredell county, north carolina, united states. Lake norman, one of the largest manmade lakes in the nation, covers over 500 miles in iredell county. At that time, fort dobbs was north carolinas only frontier fort. This former nativeamerican site is the final resting place of harriet tubman and other famous historical figures. Fort dobbs statesville, north carolina atlas obscura. North carolinas only restored fort from the french and indian war.
List of books and articles about north carolina history. History of the fort friends of fort macon fort macon. Between the marker and the chapter house is the site of the fort. The fort was attacked on the night of february 27, 1760 when. North carolina was the first colony to respond to virginia governor dinwiddies call for military assistance. The records in the old courthouse, however, moved with the dobbs. Old dobbers mission is to document the history and genealogy of the people who lived in greene and lenoir county before, during, and after it was known as dobbs county, north carolina. Fort dobbs to showcase nc military history at weekend. Fort dobbs attacked iredell county public library, nc. Fort dobbs state historic site provides a window into the tumultuous period of history known as the french and indian war 17541763 or seven years war. Old dobbers dobbs, greene glasgow and lenoir county, nc. Fort dobbs to showcase nc military history at weekend event. My wife and i returned to fort dobbs after the new fort grand opening.
It served as the military headquarters for the frontier company approximately fifty men as well as a safehaven for settlers. North carolinas only restored fort from the french and. Iredell county 1788 north carolina history project. Historic site includes archaeological site of fort with plans underway for a reconstruction, visitor center, and nature trails. Discover fort dobbs in statesville, north carolina. Some notable attractions and historic sites in iredell include fort dobbs, race city usa, and the westernthemed campgrounds of love valley. Fort dobbs check out tripadvisor members 3,773 candid photos and videos of fort dobbs.
Dobbs state historic site provides a window into the tumultuous period of history known as the french and indian war 17541763 or seven years war. In 1784 north carolina ceded its western lands to the united states, spurring the transmontane people to organize a new, shortlived government see franklin, state of. Fayetteville arsenal, north caroline at fayetteville. Edward ellis amazon history book sellers, nc history. As the only north carolina historic site associated with the period, it represents north carolinas link with a global war for empire. Fort dobbs picture of fort dobbs, statesville tripadvisor. Local history books on north carolina arcadia publishing. Fort dobbs state historic site will showcase north carolinas military history and salute veterans day with a military timeline that includes interpreters dressed as soldiers from various wars.
Heads of families at the first census of the united states taken in the year 1790. Situated in the piedmont region of north carolina near the foothills of the blue ridge mountains, fort dobbs state historic site provides a window into the tumultuous period of history known as the french and indian war 17541763 or seven years war. It offers a wide variety of books, colonial toys and games and fort dobbs. The history of the chapter and the fort dobbs site have been connected with the chapters involvement in the many efforts to preserve and recognize the site. Old fort, north carolina images of america series by kim. North carolina military forts american history and. Drawing of fort dobbs, the only north carolina historic site commemorating the french and indian war 17541763. This is a first rate historical monument and living history site. It was named for arthur dobbs, governor of north carolina from 1754 to 1765. About fort dobbs fort dobbs state historic sites mission is to preserve and interpret the history of fort dobbs and north carolinas role in the french and indian war. The only state historic site in north carolina which interprets the french and indian war. As the only state historic site associated with the period, it represents north carolinas link with a global war for empire that crossed five continents, lasted nearly a decade. This was found in governors office 146 at nc archives.
Dobbs county was renamed as glasgow county in 1791. The fort was the scene of battle when, on february 27, 1760, it was. Dobbs county is a former county located in the province of north carolina and later the state of north carolina. Fort dobbs statesville 2020 all you need to know before you. Located in the heart of statesville, this hotel is 3. Arthur dobbs, who authorized the fort s construction in 1756, ft. Edward ellis amazon history book sellers, nc history text. Nov 03, 2017 fort dobbs state historic sites mission is to preserve and interpret the history of fort dobbs and north carolinas role in the french and indian war. Dobbs, fort, north carolina 20 miles north of salisbury. Edgecombe, pitt, craven, duplin, and johnston counties in 1779, wayne county was created out of dobbs western section.
The mission of fort dobbs state historic site is to preserve and interpret the history of fort. Fort dobbs was an 18thcentury fort in the yadkinpee dee river basin region of the province of north carolina, near what is now statesville in iredell county. It is north carolinas only link to a war for empire that crossed five continents. North carolina troops would fight as far away as pennsylvania and new york, as well as defending places like fort dobbs. Federal point, fort at, north caroline fort fisher. It was formed in 1758 from johnston county, though the legislative act that created it did not become effective until april 10, 1759. The official website of the friends of fort dobbs and fort dobbs state historic site, dating to the french and indian war. Visit fort dobbs situated in the piedmont region of north carolina near the foothills of the blue ridge mountains, ft. Situated in the piedmont region of north carolina near the foothills of the blue ridge mountains, ft. Commisioned by governor arthur dobbs, captain hugh waddell and his men constructed fort dobbs in december 1756. Dobbs provides a window into the tumultuous period of history known as the french and indian war 17541763, or seven years war. In 1779 dobbs county was divided and the county seat was moved to kingston modern kinston where richard caswell, then governor of the new state of north carolina, owned property. Thomas wolfe memorial state historic site home facebook. Construction began in late 1755 and was completed one year later.
See more ideas about north carolina history, history and north carolina. Fort dobbs a good and substantial building of the dimentions following that is to say the oblong square fifty three feet by forty, the opposite angles twenty four feet and twentytwo, in height twenty four and a half feet as by the plan annexed appears, the thickness of the walls which are made of oak logs regularly diminished from sixteen inches to six, it contains three floors and there. Fort dobbs chapter has emphasized educational outreach in the iredellstatesville schools as well as providing assistance to the dar school, especially crossnore and tamassee. North carolina unforgettable vintage images of the tar heel state. Fort dobbs was an 18thcentury fort in the yadkinpee dee river basin region of the province.
Primary source documents, submitted by dobber researchers, can be found in the dobbs, lenoir, greene and nc genweb archives. Within the year north carolina repealed the act ceding the land. The same year, jones county was created out of craven, and bordered dobbs to the southeast. Fisher, fort, north caroline on federal point, mouth of cape fear river. Nov 12, 2016 fort dobbs state historic site will showcase north carolinas military history and salute veterans day with a military timeline that includes interpreters dressed as soldiers from various wars. The popular awardwinning volume is subtitled the essential facts for the native, newcomer or visitor to the colonial capital of north carolina. Fisher, fort, north caroline on federal point, mouth of cape fear. Was given the guided tour and was even more delighted by the period furnishings and armament. Twentyseven miles west of modernday salisbury, north carolina, fort dobbs is located in iredell county. Rowan history club to learn about fort dobbs salisbury. Chipley ford road, then turn right onto fort dobbs.
In 1756, colonial governor arthur dobbs commissioned the construction of the fort to protect piedmont settlements during the french and indian war 17541763. The thomas wolfe memorial is devoted to interpreting the life, literature and times of thomas wolfe through the use of his. Special events and living history weekends are offered throughout the year. However, at the bidding of north carolina leaders, a congressional act on june 4, 1924, gave the fort and surrounding reservation to the state of north carolina to be used as a public park.
The french and indian war, fort dobbs and hugh waddell from ncpedia for more about north carolinas history, arts. In the most original popular history of north carolina in decades, milton ready draws upon diverse perspectives to offer fresh insights on the major social, political, and cultural themes that have governed the development, over time and in recent years, of the tar heel state. Arthur dobbs, who authorized the forts construction in 1756, ft. Trail of history fort dobbs season 1 episode 2 trail. Dobbs county, north carolina genealogy and history volunteers dedicated to free genealogy. Fort dobbs in statesville is now one of 27 sate historic sites, open to the pubic tuesday through saturday. In the background is the chapter house, built in 1941 by fort dobbs chapter, nsdar it is now being used as a temporary visitors center. Episode 2 26m 22s in this trail of history, we explore the role fort dobbs played in north carolinas colonial past during the french and. Dobbs county is a former county located in the state of north carolina. The program will presented by scott douglas on frontier rowan. Fort macon and the surrounding property was the second area acquired by the state for the purpose of establishing a state parks system. Historical research report for fort dobbs, iredell county office of. Its a very rapid read, and a wellwritten concise history.
Fort dobbs statesville 2020 all you need to know before. Archaeology and historical research led to the discovery of the forts exact location and probable. Formed in 1788 from rowan county, iredell county was named after justice james iredell. Fort dobbs, located in presentday statesville, was a defensive fort built in 1756 under the auspices of north carolinas colonial assembly during the french and indian war. Trail of history fort dobbs season 1 episode 2 trail of. Three story log blockhouse constructed in 1756 to house 50 soldiers. Dobbs county, nc dobbs militia note from dan i double checked this information. Mar 20, 2006 drawing of fort dobbs, the only north carolina historic site commemorating the french and indian war 17541763. Used for frontier defense during and after the french and indian war, the fort was built to protect the british settlers of the western portion of what was then rowan county, and served as a vital outpost for soldiers, traders, and.
Gopro motorplex and nc auto racing hall of fame are also within 16 mi 25 km. Rowan history club to learn about fort dobbs salisbury post. Fort dobbs was the only permanent frontier provincial fort in the colony of north carolina. Ap fort dobbs state historic site will showcase north carolinas military history and salute veterans day with a military timeline that includes interpreters dressed as. Thomas wolfe memorial state historic site, asheville, nc.
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