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Thomas Jefferson and Alternatives to Slavery

Thomas Jefferson purchased a 1,334 acre tract in Virginia, known first as “Indian Camp” and then later named Morven, as a testing ground for… read more

Thomas Jefferson purchased a 1,334 acre tract in Virginia, known first as “Indian Camp” and then later named Morven, as a testing ground for various agricultural methods and labor systems that presented alternatives to slavery. Scholars presented new research that reflected on Jefferson’s motivations, his relationship with anti-slavery visionary William Short, and their exchange of ideas on how to best manage this land. They presented their papers, some using graphics. Then Professor Gordon-Reed served as respondent before leading a discussion as they responded to questions from members of the audience. close

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Thomas Jefferson and Alternatives to Slavery

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Program ID:
299612-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
First Aired:
Jul 17, 2011 | 8:31am EDT | C-SPAN 3
Last Aired:
Jul 31, 2011 | 2:11am EDT | C-SPAN 3

Airing Details

  • Jul 17, 2011 | 8:31am EDT | C-SPAN 3
  • Jul 17, 2011 | 7:29pm EDT | C-SPAN 3
  • Jul 17, 2011 | 10:31pm EDT | C-SPAN 3
  • Jul 30, 2011 | 2:58pm EDT | C-SPAN 3
  • Jul 31, 2011 | 2:11am EDT | C-SPAN 3
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