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William R. Cox

“Confederate general. His brigade fought in last infantry action at Appomattox. Later Congressman; Secretary U.S. Senate. Home here.”

State historical marker: E-70: William R. Cox

2 works in the index name this person.

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Biographical history of North Carolina from colonial times to the present

Ashe, Samuel A · 1905

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Hassell, Cushing Biggs · 1814

Correspondence and other materials relating principally to Cushing Biggs Hassell and his son, Sylvester Hassell. Topics include C. B. Hassell's mercantile business in Williamston; crop and commodity prices; the attack o…

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