Raleigh:: A Brief History

Since its establishment in 1792 as the permanent and unalterable seat of government of the state of North Carolina, Raleigh has seen many changes. Historian Joe Mobley offers a detailed and compelling portrait of North Carolina's capital as it has evolved from town to thriving metropolis, from the Civil War and Reconstruction through the Great Depression and Raleigh's coming of age in the decades following World War II. Learn about the many obstacles Raleigh has overcome on its way to becoming a major center of economic, social and political life in North Carolina.

Author: Joe Mobley
Publisher: History Press
Published: 11/27/2009
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.60d
ISBN13: 9781596296381
ISBN10: 1596296380
BISAC Categories:
- History | United States | State & Local | South (AL,AR,FL,GA,KY,LA,MS,