Moores Creek National Battlefield is home to the historically important Mary Slocumb, one of the only monuments dedicated to women in Currie, North Carolina, and the nation, on an American Revolutionary War battlefield. The striking memorial has been beautifying the grounds since 1907. It honors Slocumb and her ride to Moores Creek Bridge at the time of the battle in 1776. Did you know that women played such important roles in the American Revolution? We are not surprised. 

On Aug. 15, 1907, the Moores Creek Monumental Association, now the Moores Creek Battleground Association, unveiled the Women's Monument.
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Mary Slocumb was the wife of Lt. Ezekiel Slocumb.
After a dream that her husband was injured in battle, Mary rode some 65 miles in the middle of the night to Moores Creek to tend to the wounded, according to legend.
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Some records suggest that a few liberties were taken with the truth of the story, but still, the monument honors all women of the region.
The monument's inscription reads: To the honored memory of the heroic women of the lower Cape Fear during the American Revolution 1775-1781.
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See how magical she looks this time of day, reflecting her power through the rays of the mighty sun.

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A wayside exhibit explains the critical role women played during the American Revolution, and how, years later, women were instrumental in the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge becoming part of the National Park Service.
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You can also hear some of their stories through a nearby audio box: Come out and hear their stories!
And sometimes, the stories of the American Revolution and the battle of Moores Creek Bridge come to life with dramatizations by historical interpreters.
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The passport cancellation stamp and the park brochure are available at the trailhead kiosk next to the Visitor Center.
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Visit The National Park Service’s website for more information about Moores Creek National Battlefield and the monuments dedicated to women in Currie, North Carolina.

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