| James is listed at a sale in Bedford County by Thomas Jefferson, but no buyer is listed and the record is marked through. The sale is managed by Nicholas Lewis. | |
| Event Type: Subtype | Status: Sale |
| Date | Dec. 1791 |
| Location | From Bedford County |
| Participant | Role | Status | Occupation | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recorded individually | ||||
| James (b. 1760) | Sold Or Transferred | Enslaved Person | ||
| Nicholas Lewis | Associated | Manages sale | ||
| Change of enslavers | ||||
| Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) | Seller Or Grantor | Enslaver Or Owner | ||
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