Stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Great Smoky Mountains, North Carolina has evolved into the leading industrial state in the South. Its distinguished history includes the first attempted English settlement in America (1587) and the first successful manned flight in an engine-powered airplane (1903). North Carolina has a wealth of fascinating attractions. Artist: Lynn Morgan: 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle: Finished size 24&#8221 X 30&#8221