Burke County

Burke County, situated in the state of North Carolina, is a county with a population of 87,570 as per the 2020 census. The county seat of Burke County is Morganton.
In the midst of the American Revolutionary War in 1777, Burke County emerged as a distinct entity from Rowan County. Its name was bestowed in honor of Thomas Burke, who at that time was actively representing as a delegate in the Continental Congress from 1777 to 1781. Later on, he was elected as the governor of North Carolina and served a single term from 1781 to 1782. The western Piedmont region witnessed a significant influx of Scots-Irish and German immigrants during the late 18th century. These settlers were predominantly yeoman farmers and possessed a strong sense of independence.