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This week in Dare County history

— dated historical events for genealogists (battles, acts, surrenders, formations with known dates). Built from our on this day calendar (Monday–Sunday)—not research tips.

Fri Aug 28

  • 1861
    Hatteras Inlet forts fall statewide Dare County

    Early Union foothold on the Outer Banks.

    Late August 1861 Hatteras operations open coastal war records. See the military guide.

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