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Wilmington is a port city in North Carolina, and has a population of about 128 thousand people. Wilmington's residential area lies between the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, and the city developed as a commercial port in the colonial era. Toward the end of the 19th century, Wilmington racially integrated, prosperous city – and the largest in North Carolina. By 1910 and after what became known as the Wilmington insurrection of 1898 when white supremacists launched a coup that overthrew the legitimately elected local government, Charlotte overtook Wilmington as North Carolina's largest city. Wilmington's downtown includes a 2.82 km riverwalk, a local tourist attraction in the late 20th. Wilmington was declared the first World War II Heritage City in the country in 2020. The World War II battleship USS North Carolina, now a war memorial, is moored across from the downtown port area, and is open to the public for tours. Other attractions include the Cape Fear Museum of...

Exploring Cherbourg-Octeville: A Journey Through History, Nature, and Maritime Marvels Tucked away at the tip of the Cotentin Peninsula in Normandy, Cherbourg-Octeville offers a delightful mix of rich history, stunning coastal views, and modern maritime adventures. Whether you're wandering through its lush gardens, learning about its pivotal role in WWII, or sailing across the English Channel, Cherbourg is a place where the past and present harmoniously collide. A Blend of Cultures and History Cherbourg's transformation from a military outpost to a bustling port city is a tale that dates back to Roman times. Initially serving as a defensive site against Saxon invasions, it grew to prominence in the 17th and 18th centuries as a military hub. Napoleon Bonaparte envisioned Cherbourg as a key naval base, and the iconic breakwater that now protects the harbor was completed in 1853, turning it into a key point for transatlantic voyages. This strategic location has seen its fair ...