1. The Battle of Morrisville: On November 9, 1865, the Civil War officially came to an end in North Carolina when Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston surrendered to Union General William T. Sherman at the Bennett Place in Durham. The two generals negotiated the terms of surrender in a farmhouse, which is now a state historic site.

2. The Founding of Davidson College: On November 9, 1837, Davidson College was chartered in Davidson, North Carolina. The liberal arts college has a strong Presbyterian heritage and has been consistently ranked among the top liberal arts colleges in the country.

3. The Birth of Hattie McDaniel: Hattie McDaniel, the first African American to win an Academy Award, was born on November 9, 1895, in Wichita, Kansas. She later moved to North Carolina, where she began her career as a radio performer.

4. The Crash of American Airlines Flight 337: On November 9, 1961, American Airlines Flight 337 crashed near Elizabeth City, North Carolina, killing all 78 people on board. The cause of the crash was never determined, but it is thought to have been the result of a combination of mechanical failure and pilot error.

5. The Founding of Asheville, North Carolina: On November 9, 1784, a group of pioneers led by Colonel Samuel Davidson established a settlement in what is now Asheville, North Carolina. The town grew quickly and became a popular destination for tourists and retirees in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, Asheville is known for its vibrant arts scene, craft breweries, and natural beauty.