Topics Related to Piedmont Region

World War I Medal of Honor Recipient Robert Blackwell

On October 11, 1918, Person County native Robert Lester Blackwell was killed when he attempted to deliver a message asking for help for his unit near St. Souflet, France.

Stoneman’s Troops Crossed the Yadkin River at Shallow Ford

On April 11, 1865, as part of Stoneman’s Raid, troops under the command of Colonel William J. Palmer split from the main force and engaged in a skirmish with Confederate forces at Shallow Ford. The ford is a landmark on the Yadkin River and is rich in history.