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Founded
in 1710 by the Swiss and German adventurers led by Baron Christopher
de Graffenreid from Berne Switzerland, New Bern is located at the
confluence of the Trent and Neuse Rivers in eastern North Carolina.
Rich in history, it is the site of North Carolina's Colonial Capitol
and its first State Capitol. In 1896, the Council of Burgess of
Bern presented the armorial bearings and colors of Bern, Switzerland,
to the City symbolizing the strong bond of friendship between two
cities. New Bern owes its reputation as the Birthplace of Pepsi
Cola to pharmacist, Caleb Bradham, who concocted the drink in 1898.
Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens, the first permanent
seat of colonial government in North Carolina, offers visitors
an opportunity
to experience over 200 years of American history and acres of
period inspired gardens. A major port and trading center in the
1800's,
New Bern was captured and occupied by the Union Army after a
fierce battle on March 14, 1862. New Bern has three historic
districts
with homes, stores, and churches dating as far back as the early
18th century. In fact, there are 36 individual listings and more
than 150 sites included in the National Register of Historic
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