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Photographer: Charles T. Harrell
Taken: June 230/2011
Caption: Contraband
Additional Description: Pictured above is a group of “contraband” along the National Road taken during the Civil War. The term was used to describe slaves held by Union forces. While not full freedom, it was often considered a step in that direction.
Submitted: July 1, 2011, by Charles T. Harrell of Woodford, Virginia.
Database Locator Identification Number: p159784
File Size: 0.056 Megabytes

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