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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1C6N_herman-haupt_Claremont-NC.html
In 1862, the Secretary of War called on Haupt to assist in the reconstruction of railroads destroyed by retreating Confederates. Haupt was able to both rebuild the rail system and organize an efficient rail operation to resupply the Union. In nine…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1C6M_bunker-hill-covered-bridge_Claremont-NC.html
County commissioners, in 1894, called local land owners to build and maintain a bridge across Lyles Creek. In response, landowners hired the services of Andy J. Ramsour, keeper of Horse Ford covered bridge over the Catawba River, at Hickory. In 18…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1C6L_covered-bridges_Claremont-NC.html
Why Covered Bridges:They protect exposed wooden superstructures from rot resulting from exposure to the elements (rain, sleet, snow, and blazing sun).An uncovered wooden bridge's life span would be 15-20 years; but with a roof and sides, one would…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMYIW_bunker-hill-covered-bridge_Claremont-NC.html
One of the last surviving covered bridges in North Carolina, built in 1894, stands 500 yards north on Lyles Creek.