Battle of Moores Creek Bridge
A small bridge in southeastern North Carolina became the unlikely turning point in the birth of a nation at the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge.
The Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge is a short documentary film that brings to life the dramatic story of ordinary colonists who stood against overwhelming odds and helped shape the path to American independence. In a brief but decisive clash near Wilmington, North Carolina, Patriot militia crushed a Loyalist force marching to join British reinforcements—a victory that effectively ended British authority in North Carolina and halted plans for a major southern invasion.
But this triumph did more than win a battlefield. It galvanized Patriot confidence, influenced the adoption of the Halifax Resolves, and helped push North Carolina to become the first colony to instruct its delegates to vote for independence—a bold step on the road to the Declaration of Independence just months later.
Discover the battle that helped ignite a revolution.
A Letter to the King
Step into the inspiring story of Penelope Barker and the Edenton Tea Party in this engaging mini-documentary, A Letter to the King. Produced by the John Locke Foundation, this film shines a spotlight on a lesser-known yet powerful act of defiance in American history.
Learn about the bold women of Edenton, North Carolina, as they risked their safety and livelihoods to stand against British oppression. Rediscover how this historic protest sent shockwaves across the colonies and left a lasting mark on the path to American independence.
Revolutionary Roads
As the United States prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in 2026, this podcast series explores North Carolina’s pivotal role in the nation’s founding—from the War of Regulation to the Battle of Guilford Courthouse and beyond.
This 10-episode series, hosted by John Locke Foundation CEO Donald Bryson, features guests with expertise on the American Revolution in North Carolina. They answer questions such as: Is the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence real or just a myth? Who were the women of the Edenton Tea Party? And why did North Carolina take years to sign the Constitution?
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