Manumission in Virginia, 1782-1806

Author:
Babcock, Theodore Stoddard, Corcoran Department of History, University of Virginia
Advisors:
Peterson, Merrill Daniel, Department of History, University of Virginia
Bloomberg, Susan E., University of Virginia
Abstract:

A study of manumission in Virginia from 1782 to 1806 and the frustrated men who could not control or altern the destiny of slavery.

Degree:
MA (Master of Arts)
Keywords:
Slavery -- United States -- Virginia, Slaves -- Emancipation -- United States
Notes:

Digitization of this thesis was made possible by a generous grant from the Jefferson Trust, 2015.

Language:
English
Rights:
All rights reserved (no additional license for public reuse)
Issued Date:
1974/08