Fort Dobbs
add photosSituated in the Piedmont region of North Carolina near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Fort Dobbs State Historic Site provides a window into the tumultuous period of history known as the French and Indian War (1754-1763) or Seven Years War.
As the only North Carolina Historic Site associated with the period, it represents North Carolina's link with a global war for empire that crossed five continents, lasted nearly a decade and sowed the seeds for independence.
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Just north of Statesville on US 21 is Fort Dobbs, built in 1756 and named after Royal Colonial Governor Arthur Dobbs. The fort was constructed at a time when tension between the colonists and the British was rising and settlers came into increasing conflict with Native Americans.
On many occasions colonists in the area, including Daniel Boone and his family, were forced out of their homes and sought refuge at the fort, which was attacked only once in more than fifteen years.
Today the fort, which includes little more than ruins and ground impressions, is the site of continual archaeological investigation. Archaeological finds and other artifacts are displayed along the trails and at the visitor center.
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