The Nov. 22nd ENC Today had an article about Civil War Naval and Marine re-enactment that took place at the CSS Neuse State Historical Site on the 21st. It showed life in both the military and civilian life during the war and commemorated the CSS Neuse and Battle of Wyse Fork, the second largest land action during the war.
Andrew Duppstadt, who authors an excellent blog on the Civil War Navy was there portraying a Confederate Marine.
Sadly, I did not know about it and even sadder, I was just about 30 miles away from Kinston in Goldsboro, North Carolina while it was happening.
Sure Wish I Had Known. --Old B-R'er
The Battle of Fort Fisher, N.C.
Showing posts with label First Battle of Kinston. Show all posts
Showing posts with label First Battle of Kinston. Show all posts
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Wil King Memorial Site
In the last entry, I read about the Wil King Memorial Site and was wondering about it. Did a search and found out.
This is dedicated to Wilbur King III who died at a young age after displaying outstanding service, dedication and leadership in his quest to preserve Lenoir County's Civil War battlefields. He spend long hours exploring and diving in the Neuse River looking for the cannons of long-gone Camp Poole. In addition, he initiated the first official mapping of the battlefields.
The Historical Preservation Group has erected an impressive memorial in his honor.
Dr. Lonnie Blizzard has written an extensive account of the battle. You can see it and a other information at www.historicalpreservationgroup.org .
To go direct to a picture of the Wil King Memorial and read about him go to
www.historicalpreservationgroup.org/wil_king_memorial.html
Again, I Am Impressed. --Da Runner
This is dedicated to Wilbur King III who died at a young age after displaying outstanding service, dedication and leadership in his quest to preserve Lenoir County's Civil War battlefields. He spend long hours exploring and diving in the Neuse River looking for the cannons of long-gone Camp Poole. In addition, he initiated the first official mapping of the battlefields.
The Historical Preservation Group has erected an impressive memorial in his honor.
Dr. Lonnie Blizzard has written an extensive account of the battle. You can see it and a other information at www.historicalpreservationgroup.org .
To go direct to a picture of the Wil King Memorial and read about him go to
www.historicalpreservationgroup.org/wil_king_memorial.html
Again, I Am Impressed. --Da Runner
First Battle of Kinston-- Part 2
Continued
On Dec. 14th Union artillery opened fire and Federal forces advanced causing the outnumbered Confederates to fall back across the bridge which was then set afire. About 400 Confederates on the right flank didn't get the word to fall back and found themselves stranded and were either captured or killed.
Union forces put out the fire and entered Kinston where they spent the night raiding homes for food and valuables. They left on the 15th and headed for Goldsboro.
Much of the battlefield has since been paved over, but the Battlefields Commission is working to preserve what remains. There are about seven Civil War Trails located around Kinston, probably one for every battle name in the second battle.
Many of the original defensive works remain in nearby woods. The Historical Preservation Group leases a parcel of land where the Wil King Memorial Site now is located. They have another 100 acres along Measley Road where a battle re-enactment was held in March of 2006 which attracted 6,000 to 6,500 people.
Blizzard said, "You preserve what you can, and you tell the story and interpret that and do the best you can."
Congratulations to Kinston for Doing Such a Great Job with Its Heritage. --The Old Blockade-Runner
On Dec. 14th Union artillery opened fire and Federal forces advanced causing the outnumbered Confederates to fall back across the bridge which was then set afire. About 400 Confederates on the right flank didn't get the word to fall back and found themselves stranded and were either captured or killed.
Union forces put out the fire and entered Kinston where they spent the night raiding homes for food and valuables. They left on the 15th and headed for Goldsboro.
Much of the battlefield has since been paved over, but the Battlefields Commission is working to preserve what remains. There are about seven Civil War Trails located around Kinston, probably one for every battle name in the second battle.
Many of the original defensive works remain in nearby woods. The Historical Preservation Group leases a parcel of land where the Wil King Memorial Site now is located. They have another 100 acres along Measley Road where a battle re-enactment was held in March of 2006 which attracted 6,000 to 6,500 people.
Blizzard said, "You preserve what you can, and you tell the story and interpret that and do the best you can."
Congratulations to Kinston for Doing Such a Great Job with Its Heritage. --The Old Blockade-Runner
It Was 2,000 Confederates Vs 12,000 Federals-- First Batle of Kinston
There sure was lots and lots of Civil War stuff going on around Kinston and Lenoir County this past December. Here's another story.
From the December 13, 2007, Kinston Free Press. A memorial service was held for the First battle of Kinston, not Wyse Fork, where 2000 Confederates fought more of a delaying fight against an overwhelming Union force of 12,000.
Local historian Dr. Lonnie Blizzard has spent many years studying the battle.
This first Battle of Kinston was fought in connection with Union General Foster's campaign to destroy the Goldsboro railroad bridge and sever the Wilmington & Weldon RR. Kinston was the front-line defense to protect NC's interior from Federal incursions.
A force of 2000 Confederates under Gen. Nathan Evans defended earthworks located at Southwest Creek at Woodington. The overpowered Confederate repeatedly fell back and dug in until they reached the inner defense line along present-day US-70. According to Blizzard, "General Evans never said he was retreating. He just pulled back and made another stand."
Part 2 coming.
From the December 13, 2007, Kinston Free Press. A memorial service was held for the First battle of Kinston, not Wyse Fork, where 2000 Confederates fought more of a delaying fight against an overwhelming Union force of 12,000.
Local historian Dr. Lonnie Blizzard has spent many years studying the battle.
This first Battle of Kinston was fought in connection with Union General Foster's campaign to destroy the Goldsboro railroad bridge and sever the Wilmington & Weldon RR. Kinston was the front-line defense to protect NC's interior from Federal incursions.
A force of 2000 Confederates under Gen. Nathan Evans defended earthworks located at Southwest Creek at Woodington. The overpowered Confederate repeatedly fell back and dug in until they reached the inner defense line along present-day US-70. According to Blizzard, "General Evans never said he was retreating. He just pulled back and made another stand."
Part 2 coming.
Friday, February 22, 2008
Confederate Monument Rededicated in Kinston, NC
The Dec. 16, 2007, Kinston Free Press reported that the 1924 Confederate monument that was presented by the United Daughters of the Confederacy was rededicated Dec. 15th on the hill at the Kinston-Lenoir County Visitors and Information Center.
Said Charles Broadway of Kinston, "It is nice to see the Confederate soldier once again recognized. We are here to honor the soldier for what he fought for." His great-great-grandfather fought at the Battle of Wyse Fork which ended March 10, 1865 after 4 days of fighting. Jesse Broadway was a private in the 67th NC.
Worth Mason of Beaufort said his ancestors were in the 10th NC, 1st F & G at both the First and Second Battles of Kinston.
The monument now stands about 400 yards north of Confederate defensive works which are still visible. Originally, it was on Queen Street, then in the late 1930s, it was moved to Queen Street and Highland Avenue. In the mid 70s, it was moved to the CSS Neuse Memorial Park at Vernon Avenue. This past July, the much-traveled monument was moved to its current site at US-70 E and US-258 S.
Hopefully, This Will Be the Last Time it is Moved. --Old B-Runner.
Said Charles Broadway of Kinston, "It is nice to see the Confederate soldier once again recognized. We are here to honor the soldier for what he fought for." His great-great-grandfather fought at the Battle of Wyse Fork which ended March 10, 1865 after 4 days of fighting. Jesse Broadway was a private in the 67th NC.
Worth Mason of Beaufort said his ancestors were in the 10th NC, 1st F & G at both the First and Second Battles of Kinston.
The monument now stands about 400 yards north of Confederate defensive works which are still visible. Originally, it was on Queen Street, then in the late 1930s, it was moved to Queen Street and Highland Avenue. In the mid 70s, it was moved to the CSS Neuse Memorial Park at Vernon Avenue. This past July, the much-traveled monument was moved to its current site at US-70 E and US-258 S.
Hopefully, This Will Be the Last Time it is Moved. --Old B-Runner.
Two More Civil War Trails Markers in Lenoir County
The Dec. 17, 2007 Kinston Free Press claims that Lenoir County has the largest number of Civil War markers in the state of NC. Two more were erected to mark the first Battle of Kinston.
Mitch Bowman, Executive Director of the Civil War Trails program spoke at the dedication. Civil War Trail markers have a distinctive bugle and include maps, graphics and text describing local events at the exact spot they took place or close by.
One is at the Visitors and Information Center and one is at Harriet's Chapel which played a key role in the First Battle of Kinston.
The state covers 80% of the cost and locals 20%.
The Visitors Center is at the intersection of US-70 East and US-258 South.
Nothing Like a Little "History on a Stick." --B-R'er
Mitch Bowman, Executive Director of the Civil War Trails program spoke at the dedication. Civil War Trail markers have a distinctive bugle and include maps, graphics and text describing local events at the exact spot they took place or close by.
One is at the Visitors and Information Center and one is at Harriet's Chapel which played a key role in the First Battle of Kinston.
The state covers 80% of the cost and locals 20%.
The Visitors Center is at the intersection of US-70 East and US-258 South.
Nothing Like a Little "History on a Stick." --B-R'er
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