Hamlet, Railroad town in Richmond County, North Carolina, United States.
Hamlet is a railroad town in Richmond County in southeastern North Carolina where three major CSX rail lines intersect. This junction makes it a central point for freight movement across the region and beyond.
The settlement was originally called Sandhills but received its present name in 1873 from English immigrant John Shortridge, inspired by British towns. This naming choice reflected the early settlers' connection to their English roots.
The town's railroad heritage remains visible in its architecture and local stories, reflecting how freight transportation shaped community identity. People here still speak about the railway's role in connecting the region to wider markets and jobs.
The town is easy to explore on foot, with the main street showing the typical layout of a railroad town. It helps to arrive early to observe the activity around the rail lines and rail yard.
Jazz musician John Coltrane and Frederick C. Branch, the first African American Marine Corps officer, both came from here. Their paths took them far beyond this small town, yet they remain connected to it through their roots.
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