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Nestled in beautiful Nags Head, North Carolina, Jennette’s Pier beckons coastal adventurers with an array of family-friendly activities. Whether you’re an avid angler or just love learning about marine life, this iconic Outer Banks location promises an unforgettable experience!
Location: NC 345 south of junction with US 64/264County: DareOriginal Date Cast: 1961Large marker with map and text which follows:At 3 P.M. February 7, 1862, Union forces under Gen. Ambrose Burnside landed at Ashby Harbor. By midnight 7,500 Federals were ashore. A Confederate force of 400 men and 3 field-pieces was sent to resist the Federal landing. The Confederates were driven away by gunfire from the Federal fleet in Croatan Sound.