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African American women -- History

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Enslaved People in Richmond County records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS -441
Scope and Contents

This collection is comprised of legal and financail records detailing the purchase of several enslaved people in Richmond County, Georgia. Collection is primarily made up of deed of sales and general legal papers, including materials on freed slaves in the area.

Dates: 1799-1860

"Old Granny" BY Sarah MacWhorter book

 Collection — Folder 1
Identifier: MSS-152
Scope and Contents

This collection is comprised of a single softcover book entitled "Old Granny," written by Sarah A. MacWhorter. The book details the life of Fanny, the author's family slave who is referred to as "Old Granny." The text outlines Fanny's time with the author's family and the author's perceptions of her.

Dates: Created: ca. 1800; Other: Date acquired: 11/21/1989