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Charlotte’s “hornet’s nest” nickname traces back to Revolutionary War General Cornwallis, who called the city a nest of rebellion—and the legend only grew when British troops accidentally provoked real bees during a skirmish. Now, UNC Charlotte’s Atkins Library exhibit “Charlotte: A Hornet’s Nest of Rebellion” uncovers how this symbol of defiance shaped the city’s identity, from colonial resistance to modern sports teams and political art—all rooted in grit, territory, and the enduring spirit of standing up.

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