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Frederick Hambright, a German immigrant, played a key role in North Carolina's fight for independence.

Hambright signed the Tryon Resolves, declaring independence from British rule in August 1775.

He served as an officer in the Tryon County militia, fighting in key battles like Kings Mountain.

Hambright was wounded at Kings Mountain but continued fighting until the battle ended.

RALEIGH — As Americans continue to celebrate our country’s semiquincentennial — the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the war for American independence — I will continue to highlight the pivotal role that North Carolinians played in these historic events.

Some are household names, at least within our state, while others are remembered primarily by historians, hobbyis

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