Charles Brantley Aycock was the 50th governor of the U.S. state of North Carolina from 1901 to 1905. After starting his career as a lawyer and teacher, he became active in the Democratic Party during the Solid South period, and made his reputation as a prominent segregationist as the lead perpetrator of the Wilmington massacre.
Charles Brantley Aycock, American educator, lawyer, and politician, 50th Governor of North Carolina (died 1912)
On November 1, in the year 1859, Charles Brantley Aycock, American educator, lawyer, and politician, 50th Governor of North Carolina (died 1912). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of November 1, one of 467 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Charles Brantley Aycock. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on November 1, 1859 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 2 Wikipedia articles.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 23 September 2026.
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