Stanly-Spaight Duel Reenactment
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On September 5th, 1802, a prominent New Bern lawyer met his political rival, a former State Governor, in a lethal duel on the streets of New Bern. Step back in time to an era where a man's personal honor was his most cherished quality and any incursion on this prized value could result in fiery and violent retribution. Watch the drama unfold before your eyes in a gripping reenactment of this fateful day. Come early and enjoy the gardens before a special performance by Tryon Palace's Fife and Drum Corps starts off the event at 4:00 p.m. In the event of rain, performances will be moved into the North Carolina History Center's Cullman Performance Hall.
Stanly-Spaight Duel Reenactment
Phone : (252)514-4900 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : info@tryonpalace.org
Web: www.tryonpalace.org
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