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

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

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

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

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