| Located in the rolling hills of North Carolinas Piedmont, between the Yadkin and the Catawba Rivers, Cabarrus County was once a haven of lush vegetation and wild animals. Early immigrants—mostly of German and Scotch-Irish descent—arrived with a strong pioneering spirit to carve out of this wilderness a place to call home. The rich and fertile soil was ideal for agriculture, while the shiny yellow rocks proved to be “worth their weight” when correctly identified as nuggets of gold. Today, Cabarrus County and its county seat, Concord, are considered home to more than 100,000 residents. In Concord and Cabarrus County, author George Michael Patterson celebrates the wealth of the land and the determination of its residents. Scenes of the area during its early days, captured by postcards and enhanced with captivating text, offer readers the priceless knowledge of this beloved communitys history. Longtime residents and newcomers alike will applaud the treasured past that is brought to light in this pictorial retrospective. - United States - North Carolina - Concord Cabarrus |
