Which historical figure is the capital city of North Carolina named after?
Sir Walter Raleigh (1554 – 29 October 1618) was an English landed gentleman, writer, poet, soldier, politician, courtier, spy, and explorer.
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The state capital of North Carolina, its second-largest city, was named Raleigh in 1792 after Sir Walter, sponsor of the Roanoke Colony. In the city, a bronze statue, which has been moved around different locations within the city, was cast in honour of the city's namesake. The statue is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city and, of course, one of its recognized symbols.
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