John A. Stevenson letter

Descriptive Summary
Title: John A. Stevenson letter
Creator: Stevenson, John A.
Inclusive Dates: 1875-1890
Language(s): English
Extent: 0.1 Linear Feet (1 folder)
Collection Number: ms3810
Repository: Hargrett Library

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Collection Description

Historical Note

John A. Stevenson was a private in the 1st Georgia Militia during the Civil War. Prior to this, Stevenson was a profitable slave trader.

Scope and Content

The collection consists of a letter, dated March 17, 1875, written by John A. Stevenson in Savannah, Georgia to a relative in Pennsylvania. He recounts the events of his life since leaving Philadelphia in 1840, including his move to Charleston, South Carolina, where he married, to Savannah, where he became a slave trader. Accompanying the letter is a note from H. H. DeLeon from Charleston, SC, June 10, 1890, concerning property he purchased at auction.

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Administrative Information

Preferred Citation

John A. Stevenson letter, ms 3810, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Finding Aid Publication

Finding aid prepared on: 2013.

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Letter, H. H. DeLeon note, scan of letter, and transcription