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The Mecklenburg Resolves were adopted May 31, 1775. Written in response to the Battles of Lexington & Concord, they were the most radical statement issued in the 13 colonies and was the first time any colonial committee had rejected the authority of the king.

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2021-06-01

There was no question what first pro sports team would be called when the Charlotte Hornets took the field in 1892.

That’s right, the first Hornets were a minor league baseball team that played in 1892, and from 1901-1972.

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2021-05-08

Happy During the 20th century, Meck Dec Day was a popular time for US Presidents to pay a visit to Charlotte. Here's a look at three of those visits: William Taft in 1909, Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1954, and Gerald Ford in 1975.

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2021-02-16

With yesterday’s announcement that the offices will be leaving Uptown, we wanted to look back at the Observer's physical presence in the heart of the city. Here's the headquarters for the city's longest running newspaper back in 1904 & again in 1955.

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2020-06-11

Happy anniversary to King George and Queen Charlotte on their wedding anniversary!

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2014-09-08