Richards family

The Richards family occupies a notable and sometimes controversial place in the economic and political history of New England, the American South and the American West. This collection deals principally with the activities of five members of the family: William Jarvis, Reverend Jonas DeForest Richards, DeForest Richards, Bartlett Richards, and Bartlett Richards Jr.

William Jarvis (1770-1859) was a prominent New England businessman. He was an early importer and breeder of Merino sheep, which eventually found their way across the country. From 1802-1810, he served as the United States Consul to Portugal under Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.

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