David B. Morgan papers, 1814-1849.

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David B. Morgan papers, 1814-1849.

This collection consists of personal and military papers of soldier and politician, David Banister Morgan. Included are handwritten correspondence, received and sent, and military orders (1814-1815); and financial and legal documents including slave sale and mortgage records which specify names of slaves he purchased (1826-1849).

1.5 linear foot (1 flat box)

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