Document, Detailed list of enslaved workers on French's farm, probably 1799 July 15
Item — Container: Box 15, Folder: 1799.07.15
Identifier: RM-1195
List of enslaved workers hired by George Washington from Mrs. Penelope Manley French, 15 July 1799
Scope and Contents
George Washington rented the slaves from Mrs. Penelope Manley French, widow of Daniel French of Rose Hill. In July 1799, Washington wrote to Mrs. French’s son-in-law, Benjamin Delany about returning the slaves.
Dates
- probably 1799 July 15
Creator
- Washington, George, 1732-1799 (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
From the Collection: approx. 25 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
- Business records Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
- French's farm (Mount Vernon, Va.) Subject Source: Local sources
- Lists (document genres) Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
- Mount Vernon (Va. : Estate) Subject Source: Naf
- Slaves Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections at The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon Repository
Contact:
PO Box 3600
Mount Vernon VA 22121
703-799-3600
PO Box 3600
Mount Vernon VA 22121
703-799-3600
