James D. Davidson papers, 1829-1878; (bulk 1836-1859).

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James D. Davidson papers, 1829-1878; (bulk 1836-1859).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/19491275

Chiefly correspondence (legal, business and personal), pertaining to Virginia and Virginians. The bulk of the papers dates from 1836-1859. Subjects mentioned include legal, economic, agricultural, political, and business matters, slavery, and genealogy. A few Civil War letters describe invaded areas, military operations, casualties and horses in the Confederate Army, the Confederate salt supply, and economic conditions.

318 items.

Duke University Libraries, Duke University Library; Perkins Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6965186

Duke University Libraries, Duke University Library; Perkins Library

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Davidson, James D. (James Dorman), 1808-1882

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