Researching plantation records

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Plantation life in America has been poorly documented owing to the lack of available materials since most plantation records have remained with the descendants of plantation owners. The largest microfilmed record dealing with plantation life remains 'Records of Ante-Bellum Southern Plantations.'

author: Gormley, Myra Vanderpool
Bibliography, Plantation life

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The Salem Witch Trials

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The Salem Witch Trials of 1692 began after a black slave in Salem Village, MA, Tituba, confessed that she was indeed a witch. This prompted a series of trials, accusations and executions. Some 24 people had died for their supposed involvement in sorcery during the Salem Witch Trials.

author: Gormley, Myra Vanderpool
Witchcraft, 17th century AD, Salem, Massachusetts

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A history of heraldry

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Heraldry spread throughout Europe between 1130 ad 1160 A.D. Knights wearing their armor were distinguished during warfare by the markings on their shields. Seals which featured a man's rank and personal emblems were also used to authenticate documents.

author: Gormley, Myra Vanderpool
Heraldry

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