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The Trading Ford area along the Yadkin River has been identified by the National Park Service American Battlefield Protection Program as a site at risk from rapid urban and suburban development. The park service released its "Report to Congress on the Historic Preservation of Revolutionary War and War of 1812 Sites in the United States" last week. The Trading Ford was included in the survey along with other historic sites that comprise the "Race to the Dan River." A linear resource, the inclusive "Race to the Dan River," is listed in the "Roads, Trails, and Waterways Needing Further Study" section...

The regimental flag of the Continental Army 2nd Light Dragoons, also known as Sheldon's Horse, was captured by British cavalry led by Banestre Tarleton in the 1779 Battle of Pound Ridge. (December 21, 2007) WILLIAMSBURG - Four rare American battle flags captured by the British during the Revolutionary War will get their first extended public homecoming Saturday in a new exhibit at The Museums of Colonial Williamsburg. Taken as trophies more than 225 years ago, the unusually well-preserved banners remained in the family of notorious British cavalry leader Banestre Tarleton until being sold at auction to a private owner last...