- Zebulon Baird Vance: A prominent politician from North Carolina, Vance served as the state's governor during the war. He worked tirelessly to mobilize resources for the Confederate army and supported secession.
-Robert Ransom Jr: A Confederate general, Ransom was known for his tactical acumen and leadership during several key battles of the war.
-George Davis: An influential Confederate senator, Davis represented North Carolina in the Confederate Senate and played a crucial role in shaping Confederate policies and legislation.
-Edward Kidder Graham: Also known as "the fighting Quaker", Graham was a Union general from North Carolina who served in the United States Army.
-Harriet Jacobs: A prominent writer and abolitionist, Jacobs was born in North Carolina but later escaped to the North and became a fierce advocate for women's rights and the abolition of slavery.
-Jonathan Daniels: A politician and newspaper editor, Daniels was a vocal critic of slavery and secession, and he supported the Union cause.
-James Grant: Grant served as mayor of Wilmington, North Carolina during the Civil War and played a key role in organizing the defense of the city against Union attacks.
-David L. Swain: A prominent North Carolinian, Swain served as the president of the University of North Carolina and worked to keep the university open during the war.