A hock angle and occasionally pastern angle were measured from a rear view of the horse. A hock greater than 180Â° represents âin at the hockâ (cow hock) and less than 180Â° represents bow-legged conformation.
North Carolina retirement consists of picturesque mountains, valleys, lakes, 300 miles of coastline, and challenging golf courses. Low state taxes, a cost of living that is below the national average, and four distinct seasons, have all helped to make this one of the best places in America for retirees.
Portions were taken by Franklin County in 1787 and by Durham County in 1881 and 1911. Today, Wake County contains 832 square miles, includes 12 municipalities, and has a population of approximately 656,000 (Census). The colonial capital of North Carolina was at New Bern.