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This Day in History Class

The state of Franklin declares independence - August 23rd, 1784

This Day in History Class

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Society & Culture, History

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🗓️ 23 August 2024

⏱️ 13 minutes

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On this day in 1784, four counties in western North Carolina declared their independence as the State of Franklin.

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