In 1771, thousands of angry North Carolina farmers (The Regulators), after years of peaceful petitions and lawsuits protesting corrupt and cruel local government officials, met North Carolina's Governor Tryon in battle (many of the farmers were unarmed).
When we arrived at this North Carolina Historic Site, we were greeted by Mrs. Cox, an extremely knowledgeable and friendly host. Inside, there are a few artifacts and a short video. Outside, there are markers showing where Governor Tryon's troops and the Regulators were positioned. They also have moved an old cabin that was owned by Herman Husband's wife's brother (an Allen) to the site... it was amazing to go inside this tiny home and we were astonished to learn that 12 (!) people lived in it.
I just can't say enough good things about this site. If you are passing by, particularly if you are heading over towards Guilford Courthouse, try to stop here for a while to see what has been described by some as the "first battle of the Revolution" read more