Jun 20 2014

Image of the Day: Report on employment of slaves in public works and chain gangs. (February 23-24, 1824)

Interesting 19th century manuscript from New Orleans specifically listing the names of slaves that were used in public works projects and on chain gangs. The list includes men and women. It also includes the names of slaves who were ill while working on the chain gang.

[Report on employment of slaves in public works and chain gangs. Top reads 'Rapport du 23 aux 24...'.] (February 23-24, 1824)

[Report on employment of slaves in public works and chain gangs. Top reads ‘Rapport du 23 aux 24…’.] (February 23-24, 1824)

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