New Bern, North Carolina
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
New Bern is the county seat of Craven County, North Carolina, situated at the confluence of the Neuse and Trent Rivers. Founded in 1710 by Swiss and Palatine colonists, it served as the first permanent capital of North Carolina. The city features extensive historic districts.
Statistics
Area
76.86 km²
Population
31,291