Timeline: Princeville’s history shows flooding, endurance around Freedom Hill
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A history of resilience
The North Carolina town of Princeville is the oldest community chartered by Black people in the United States. It has suffered major floods at least 9 times since its incorporation. Though some leave, the town inevitably decides to largely rebuild in the same place. Now, it works to celebrate its history while also protecting its people.
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Princeville, North Carolina, dates back to the waning days of the Civil War, when freed slaves crossed the Tar River and gathered around a camp of Union troops at a place known as Freedom Hill — the town’s original name. Here’s a quick look at key events in Princeville’s 137-year history:
This story was originally published February 23, 2022 at 5:45 AM with the headline "Timeline: Princeville’s history shows flooding, endurance around Freedom Hill."