Deed of sale, John Augustine Washington to Bushrod Washington, 1785 October 7
Scope and Contents
Deed of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by "John Aug. Washington", "Corbin Washington", and two others. 1 sheet, 2 pages of text.
Dates
- 1785 October 7
Creator
- Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787 (Creator, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library’s Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.
Extent
1 Sheets : 1 page, 2 pages with text ; 24 x 38 cm
Language of Materials
English
Custodial History
George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.44
- Deeds Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
- Enslaved persons Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
- Washington, Bushrod, 1762-1829
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon Repository
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Mount Vernon VA 22121
703-799-3600