From North Carolina in the Revolution by James C, Crone.
Members if the North Carolina delegation who signed the Declaration of Independence:
William Hooper
Joseph Hewes
John Penn
MILITARY
North Carolina militia served within the state, but five regiments with around 5000 men joined the Continental Army. They served under Washington and Nathaniel Greene with an eight year term of service being from 1775-1783.
BATTLES FOUGHT IN NORTH CAROLINA
Battle of Moore's Creek-- Feb. 27, 1776
Battle of King;s Mountain-- April 1779
Battle of Guilford Courthouse-- March 15, 1781
Battle of Peacock's Bridge-- May 6, 1781
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