Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to Bushrod Washington

Containers:
Box 10, Folder 1785.10.17
Creator:
Washington, John Augustine, 1736-1787
Extent:
1 Sheets
Scope and content:

Bill of sale, John Augustine Washington to his son, Bushrod Washington. John Augustine Washington testifies, 'five shillings to me in hand paid by the said Bushrod Washington before the sealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged Have Given, Granted, Bargained sold and conveyed...the following Negroe Slaves.." Includes list of slaves by name. Signed by "John Augt. Washington" and witnessed by Jenny [Jane] Washington, Theodorick Lee and Corbin Washington. Autograph document signed, 1 page.

Language:
English .
Custodial history:

George Washington Masonic National Memorial Catalog No. 1971.01.44

Physical facet:
1 page, 2 pages with text
Dimensions:
24 x 38 cm

Access and use

Location of collection:
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
3600 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
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Parent restrictions:
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