Hello, According to information I found on the internet, "John Parks (1706-1793) helped found the Capital City of Wilkesboro, in Wilkes County, North Carolina in 1778". John Parks was my 9th Great Grandfather, he married Mary Sharp. Does anyone have a record of him helping found Wilkesboro? I have never seen any real proof. Any information on the founding of Wilkesboro itself would greatly be appreciated. Sincerely, Jesse Stamper My email addresss is: Leecorydon@juno.com