Hertford County, Administrative division in North Carolina, United States.
Hertford County is an administrative division in North Carolina's Coastal Plain, bordered by Virginia and crossed by three major rivers. The landscape combines rural farmland, forests, and waterways that shape the region's character.
The county was established in 1759 and named after Francis Seymour Conway, Marquess of Hertford. Its creation came from territory divided among Bertie, Chowan, and Northampton Counties.
The Meherrin Indian Tribe maintains a strong presence in Hertford County with approximately 700 members contributing to the region's diversity.
The county's administrative offices are based in Winton, where you can find information about local services and public programs. This town serves as the main hub for county operations and public inquiries.
Winton, the county seat, became the first North Carolina town burned during the Civil War in February 1862. This devastating event left a lasting mark on the region's history.
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