Region:Coastal
Plain County Seat:New Bern Population:91,4361 Towns & Cities: Havelock, River Bend, Trent Wood
Craven
was first created as Archdale Precinct of Bath County in 1705. The name
was changed about 1712. It is in the eastern section of the
State and is bounded by Carteret, Jones, Lenoir, Pitt, Beaufort and Pamlico
counties. 2
Craven County North Carolina, the ideal vacation spot for sunseekers and history buffs alike. Our two major cities, New Bern and Havelock, blend the past with the present, beckoning visitors from around the world to sample our Southern charms.3
New Bern, the second oldest town in the state, is situated where the Trent and Neuse rivers meet. History abounds around every corner with over 150 historic landmarks, some dating back to the 18th century.3
The North Carolina State Flag bears the state colors or red, white and blue.
The Flag bears two dates in its blue field on the left. May 20, 1775 was the year North Carolina signed the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence was issued and April 12, 1776 is the date of the Halifax Resolves. North Carolina was the first colony to declare its independence from England well before July 4, 1776.
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