Kinston in Lenoir County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Caswell
Photographed By Mike Stroud, April 19, 2013
1. Caswell Marker
The people of N.C. have
erected this monument
in remembrance
of the eminent services of
Richard Caswell
The first Governor under
a free constitution
(South face)
He was called to the Head
of Affairs in No. Ca. in the
darkest hour of the
struggle with Great Britain
for independence —
He gave his services
without stint,
and without compensation.
( East face)
Member of Provincial Congress-
-Four times elected Governor-
Delegate elect to the
convention to frame the
Federal Constitution-
One of the
commanding officers at
-Moore's Creek-
and a successful General
of the American Revolution.
( North face)
Born Aug. 3, 1729
Died Nov. 10, 1789
An able Lawyer,
A profound Statesmen,
A worthy Grand Master,
A devoted Patriot,
And an honest man.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical month for this entry is August 1887.
Location.
Photographed By Mike Stroud, April 19, 2013
2. Caswell Marker, west face
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. CSS Neuse (a few steps from this marker); Lenoir County WW I and WW II Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); The Town Of Kingston (within shouting distance of this marker); Harmony Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); CSS Neuse Confederate Ironclad Gunboat (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Cat Hole (about 700 feet away); Lewis School (approx. ¼ mile away); Battle of Kinston (approx. one mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Kinston.
Regarding Caswell. Born in Maryland
Also see . . . North Carolina History Project - Richard Caswell. “ He can be called the ‘father’ of North Carolina with little exaggeration.” (Submitted on October 2, 2013, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.)
Photographed By Mike Stroud
3. Caswell Marker south and east face
Photographed By Mike Stroud, April 19, 2013
4. Caswell Marker, north and west face
Credits. This page was last revised on November 29, 2019. It was originally submitted on October 2, 2013, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 470 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 2, 2013, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.
