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Celebration for the Nation
When Southport celebrated Independence Day centuries ago, ships dropped anchor in the maritime town’s harbor, firing off cannons in honor of our nation’s freedom. Today, we celebrate with fireworks shot off a barge in the waterway, amongst much more hoopla
Patriots and Pride
What: Lower Cape Fear and the War of 1812 When: Thurs., Oct. 18th through Sat., Oct. 20th Info: 457-0003 www.ncmaritimemuseums.com/southport.html Known as america’s second war for independence, the War of 1812 helped to preserve American territories as well as our
