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Observations on the inslaving, importing and purchasing of Negroes with some advice thereon extracted form [sic] the Yearly Meeting epistle of London for the present year : also some remarks on the absolute necessity of self-denial, renouncing the world, and true charity for all such as sincerely desire to be our blessed Saviour's disciples.
Pamphlet by Anthony Benezet giving his opinions on the enslavement of African Americans. A letter to the London Yearly Meeting of the Society of Friends
Observations on the scurvy: with a review of the theories lately advanced on that disease ; and the opinions of Dr. Milman refuted from practice
This document provides an account of scurvy seen among enslaved peoples during the Middle Passage. This document also shows the author's belief that some of the ailments could be contributed to the trauma of the slave trade and their capture.
Olney hymns : in three books.
'Amazing Grace' hymn written by John Newton, which was later set to music
OPB Soul Steppin' Divas
Members of Omega Phi Beta's National Step Team the Soul Steppin' Divas are lined up performing at a step competition.
Pabst Blue Ribbon Ad 1911
An old logo for Pabst Blue Ribbon beer. The logo is a red circle with an upside down leaf with the letter 'B' stamped on the center. In the curve of the circle its says, 'PABST MILWAUKEE" in white. Outside of the main circle, there is a blue ribbon…
Patterson Family Medical Receipt
Receipt for medical services (visit and medicine) by a local physician, Dr. G. W. Caldwell, to a slave, in 1862. William Patterson paid $10 for the doctor's services. It is unknown whether the slave was owned by Patterson or if he was acting on…
Prisoners of War in the Second World War
This educational module explores the varied experiences of prisoners of war (POWs) during the Second World War (1939-1945). Some POWs received respect and mercy from their captors, in accordance with the Geneva Convention, while others soon found…
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Youth in Crisis: Children in the Holocaust
This educational module explores the experiences of children during the Holocaust. Through a diverse selection of primary sources, this module tells…