Bevan, Joseph Vallance, 1798-1830

Joseph Vallence Bevan (1798-1830), a Savannah lawyer, was appointed official historian of Georgia in 1824. In this capacity he arranged, published, and copied many of the state's official papers and collected others from private sources. He also undertook to write a history of Georgia. Bevan died before he could finish his work, History of Georgia. His papers were scattered, and some were lost.

From the description of Joseph Vallence Bevan papers, 1733-1826. (Georgia Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 45998041

Editor and historian.

From the description of Joseph Vallance Bevan collection, 1733-1825. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 77939721