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1840 October 17 . Julia ALS to Caroline Morgan; [post Augusta, Georgia].

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Box 3
Abstract:
Recounts her experiences of slavery during a visit to her brother, Fredrick, in Augusta, Georgia. Slaves are the biggest hindrance to the enjoyment of life; "I have attempted to treat with them as we do with servants at the North, but they are degraded beings, so entirely dependent upon others..." Julia described slavery as the"curse of this country", reports that her brother employs an enslaved family, resulting in less quarreling.
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Collection

African American and African Diaspora collection, 1729-1970 (majority within 1781-1865)
Total components 346
Items available online Online 252
Last indexed 2024-08-05