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Hugh Adams's Will, 1860

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 3

Scope and Contents

Manuscript copy of the will of Hugh Adams. Adams was a supporter of the American Colonization Society. Within his will, Adams settles his estate and specifically outlines his plan for emancipating his slaves and for funding their imposed emigration to Liberia.

Dates

  • Creation: 1860

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Due to the physical condition of the Adams archive, under most circumstances, it is perferred that copies rather than original documents are used by researchers.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives Repository

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