2019 Map of Currie

About this map

Moores Creek National Battlefield stands as a central historical landmark within this Pender County landscape, preserving the site of the 1776 Revolutionary War engagement. The surrounding terrain is defined by the intricate hydrology of the Black River and Moores Creek, where a complex network of wetlands and named bays like Horsepen Bay and Ditch Bay break up the low-lying coastal plains. This 2019 survey documents a rural environment where legacy family names are deeply etched into the geography, seen in the numerous small burial grounds such as Lamb Cem, Walker Cem, and Henry Cem. Small settlements like Currie, Montague, and The Borough anchor the local road network, while the presence of the Pettigrew Moore Aerodrome and distinct landforms such as Thorofare Island and Birds Cove Island highlight the specialized utility of the riverine and aerial corridors in this region of North Carolina.