This article explores the family relationship between Francis Corbin of North Carolina, land agent to John Carteret, 2nd Earl Granville, and a Francis Corbin who lived and died in South Carolina.
This book—Edenton’s 1718 House, Mr. Ogilby’s Tavern—was first published in hard-copy form in late 2024 and explores possible original sites of the oldest known house in North Carolina. Tree ring datin
Recent publications have established that a British cabinetmaker named Samuel Black and individuals working for him were responsible for the construction of Edenton’s Cupola House for Francis Corbin,
The stated purpose of this article is to document what appears to be an important, early Virginia side chair, so its history will be preserved and available for future researchers.