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Slavery -- Emancipation

 Subject
Subject Source: Fast

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Hugh Adams's Will, 1860

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000004537], 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: 1860

Robert E. Lee to S.. Thomas, 1859-06-16

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000003921], Folder: 44
Abstract

Robert E. Lee thanks the Colonel for patience and permission to extend his leave of absence. He is occupied handling the will of Mr. Custis.

Dates: 1859-06-16