African Children in the Estate of James Mackie, Charleston, SC, 1806

The estate inventory of James Mackie of Charleston, SC, dated 28 Feb 1806, includes eleven African children. We invite you to contribute to this page. 

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"Inventory of the Effects of James Mackie Deceased 28 Feby 1806

One African boy about sixteen years of age valued at two hundred fifty dollars  $250

Eleven African children from the age of 7 to 10 years valued at one hundred and thirty doll. $130

John Everingham     John Howard     S.W. Moore Junr."

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