Roanoke County (Va.) List of Slave Owners During the War, circa 1861-1865.

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Location of collection:
Library of Virginia
The Library of Virginia
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Richmond, VA 23219
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Preferred citation:

Roanoke County (Va.) List of Slave Owners in the County during the War, circa 1861-1865. Local government records collection, Roanoke County Court Records. The Library of Virginia, Richmond, Va. 23219.

Summary

Creator:
Roanoke County (Va.) Circuit Court.
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Roanoke County (Va.) List of Slave Owners in the County during the War, circa 1861-1865. Local government records collection, Roanoke County Court Records. The Library of Virginia, Richmond, Va. 23219.

Background

Scope and content:

Roanoke County (Va.) List of Slave Owners During the War, circa 1861-1865, and the number of slaves owned by each.

Biographical / historical:

Roanoke County was named for the Roanoke River. The name is an Indian word meaning shell money. The county was formed from Botetourt County in 1838, and part of Montgomery County was added later.

Acquisition information:
This item came to the Library of Virginia in shipments of court papers from Roanoke County.
Physical location:
Library of Virginia
Physical description:
9 leaves and 2 p.