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This video series honors unsung African American heroes, leaders, and pioneers in Buncombe County's history. In this video, you'll learn all about decorated war veteran and community visionary Edward W. (or E.W.) Pearson Sr.
For more information about E.W. Pearson or other important historical figures of Buncombe County's past, visit the North Carolina Room at Pack Memorial Library. You can call them at 828.250.4740, or visit buncombecounty.org/library.
A special thank you to NC Room's Lyme Kedic, Zoe Rhine, and to Betsy Murray, whose post, "A Valentine for E. W. Pearson, Sr." was used for information in this video.