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Simon Taylor to Chaloner Arcedeckne, 30 March 1783

By Admms |

Taylor’s comments here illustrate how far the uncertainties of war hampered planning in plantation management. With the cessation of hostilities, much remained to be decided, but Taylor felt relieved and able to make plans for the future, which included the purchase of enslaved Africans for Golden Grove. I would upon the presumption of a peace, […]

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