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Madison: Bill of Sale
MADISON: BILL OF SALE.
Page from James Madisons account book, detailing a sale of tobacco from his plantation in Virginia to merchants in Liverpool, England, 31 May 1768
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Media ID 7773677
1768 Colonial Commerce Document Founding Fathers Hand Writing Handwriting Liverpool Madison Manuscript Merchant South East Tobacco Virginia Southeast
Madison - Bill of Sale - A Glimpse into Colonial Commerce
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print showcases a significant historical artifact, the "Madison: Bill of Sale". The image captures a page from James Madison's account book, revealing intricate details about an intriguing transaction that took place on 31 May 1768. In this document, we witness the sale of tobacco from Madison's plantation in Virginia to merchants in Liverpool, England. The photograph offers a rare glimpse into the world of colonial trade and commerce during America's formative years. It highlights how American goods like tobacco played a crucial role in connecting distant regions such as Liverpool with the South-Eastern part of America. As we examine this piece closely, one cannot help but appreciate the meticulous handiwork displayed through Madison's handwritten entries. Each stroke tells a story; each word represents an important aspect of early American history. James Madison himself would later become one of our nation's Founding Fathers and serve as its fourth President. This document serves as a testament to his involvement not only in politics but also in business ventures that shaped the economic landscape at that time. Displayed within Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, this extraordinary bill of sale transports us back to an era when transatlantic trade was burgeoning and lays bare the foundations upon which our great nation was built.
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