North Carolina - Wikipedia
WEBNorth Carolina (/ ˌkærəˈlaɪnə / ⓘ KARR-ə-LY-nə) is a state in the Southeastern region of the United States. It is bordered by Virginia to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, South Carolina to the south, Georgia to the southwest, and Tennessee to the west. The state is the 28th-largest and 9th-most populous of the United States.
Geography of North Carolina - Wikipedia
WEBThe geography of North Carolina falls naturally into three divisions — the Appalachian Mountains in the west (including the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains), the central Piedmont Plateau, and the eastern Atlantic Coastal Plain. North Carolina covers 53,819 square miles (139,391 km 2) and is 503 miles (810 km) wide by 150 miles (241 km) long.
North Carolina | Capital, Map, History, & Facts | Britannica
WEB1 day ago · North Carolina, constituent state of the U.S. One of the 13 original states, it lies on the Atlantic coast midway between New York and Florida. It is bounded to the north by Virginia, to the east by the Atlantic Ocean, to the south by South Carolina and Georgia, and to the west by Tennessee.
North Carolina Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WEBJan 18, 2024 · North Carolina is a state in the southeastern United States. It borders Virginia to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, South Carolina to the south, and Georgia and Tennessee to the west. The state covers a total area of approximately 53,819 mi 2 (139,390 km 2).
North Carolina ‑ Native American Tribes, Colonel History & the …
WEBNov 9, 2009 · Today, there are eight federally-recognized Native American tribes in North Carolina, including the Coharie, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, the Haliwa-Saponi, the Lumbee Tribe of North...
History of North Carolina - Wikipedia
WEBThe history of North Carolina from pre-colonial history to the present, covers the experiences of the people who have lived within the territory that now comprises the U.S. state of North Carolina. Findings of the earliest discovered human settlements in present day North Carolina, are found at the Hardaway Site , dating back to approximately ...
North Carolina - Proprietary, Royal, Colony | Britannica
WEB2 days ago · During the American Revolution, North Carolinians fought both the Cherokee (who sided with the British) and the British army. Their most noteworthy battles ended in victory at Kings Mountain in 1780, just across the state border in South Carolina, and in defeat at Guilford Courthouse in 1781.
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WEBLearn more about North Carolina. North Carolina's Official Website, featuring information about government services, updates, and guides to exploring and enjoying our state.
North Carolina Colony, Facts, History, APUSH, 13 Colonies
WEBFeb 5, 2024 · To the North was Virginia. To the South was South Carolina. The territory of North Carolina stretched West to the Pacific Coast. Terrain — The terrain of North Carolina was dominated by the Coastal Plain, the Piedmont Region, and the Appalachian Mountains. The Coastal Plain includes the Outer Banks.
North Carolina summary | Britannica
WEBNorth Carolina, State, southern Atlantic region, U.S. Area: 53,819 sq mi (139,391 sq km). Population: (2020) 10,439,388; (2023 est.) 10,835,491. Capital: Raleigh. North Carolina lies on the Atlantic Ocean and is bordered by Virginia, South Carolina, and Tennessee.