Get CenturyLink Internet in Elizabethtown, North Carolina

Midway between Wilmington and Fayetteville, sits Elizabethtown, North Carolina, a small town with a proud history. While a courthouse had existed in Elizabethtown since 1738, it didn't become a town proper until 1773. But the identity of this fledgling parish wasn't solidified until 1781, during a skirmish with British loyalists, now known as the Battle of Elizabethtown.

When Wilmington was occupied by British forces in 1781, the surrounding rebel country was was raided by the British and their loyalists, Tories, for food and other provisions. The Tories had also wrested control of Elizabethtown, much to the dismay of the townspeople. With the help of a spy inside the town, the outnumbered rebels were able to mount a surprise attack and drive the Tories out of town.

Elizabethtown has worked to keep this history alive, with relevant markers throughout town. Elizabethtown's historic district paired with the picturesque, crystal clear lake minutes away, aptly named "White Lake", make the area a favorite summer getaway for folks in Wilmington and Fayetteville.

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