Theodore G. Sledge estate document, 1864 October

Summary

Creator:

Sledge, Theodore G.

Date:

1864 October

Extent:

1 folder(s)

Language:

English

Preferred citation:

Theodore G. Sledge estate document, ms4094, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of documents pertaining to the estate of Theodore G. Sledge. Sledge died leaving behind six enslaved men and women, Maria, Lucinda, Spencer, Hester, Minerva, and Francey, and fifteen hundred and thirty six dollars of Confederate currency. Several family members sought legal action, but the case was dismissed in November 1864.

Indexed terms

Subjects:

Estates (Law) -- Georgia.
Slavery.
Slavery -- Georgia -- History.
Enslaved persons -- Georgia

Places:

Upson County (Ga.)

Preferred citation:

Theodore G. Sledge estate document, ms4094, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.