Bladen County’s critical role during the Revolutionary War as part of “the race to Wilmington” was commemorated Sunday, Feb. 22 at Harmony Hall Village Plantation outside of White Oak.
More than an estimated 300 people turned out on a cloudy, windy day for the Colonial Faire held on the grounds of the 18th century home of Col. James Richardson.
Sunday’s event was part of the N.C. First in Freedom Festival. The weeklong celebration throughout eastern North Carolina is retelling the nation’s history connected with the area in conjunction with the country’s 250th anniversary…