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Jefferson's views on slavery were contradictory: On one hand, Jefferson was morally opposed to slavery. He felt it was evil and wrong. His original draft of the Declaration of Independence condemned it in no uncertain terms. As Governor of Virginia, he proposed legislation to abolish it. On the other hand, despite his moral opposition though, he owned a significant number of slaves and even fathered children with one of his slaves, Sally Hemmings.
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∙ 18y agoWell, I have discovered that Thomas Jefferson did in fact own slaves. 187 of them to be exact. I suppose that he didn't mind slavory, he had 187 of them. I know this, not only because I am skilled, but because Thomas kept meticulous hand-written records, which we still have. On January 14, 1774, after he inherited slaves from first his mother and then his father-in-law, Jefferson wrote his inventory of 187 slaves. E-mail me. jessespohn@aol.com
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∙ 15y agoJefferson Davis was generally kind to his slaves, and so he fiercely denied accusations of cruelty to slaves. His viewed slavery in the most positive light, with the slaves needing to be protected and sheltered from the harsh reality of life. He also realized that the economy of the South was dependent on slave labor, (for cotton) which the Northern textile industry was ironically dependent upon as well. Ultimately, he thought that slaves would be gradually emancipated when they were ready to take on the "responsibility" of freedom.
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∙ 13y agoThomas Jefferson was definitely for using and having slaves. In fact he had many slaves himself.
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Thomas Jefferson's view on the Wilmot Proviso?
Jefferson was dead and gone when it was proposed, but he would have opposed it.
Why in his will did Thomas Jefferson not free Sally Hemings?
Because that was not the deal that they made. Sally was free when she was in France because there was no slavery there. To have her come back with him Thomas Jefferson told Sally that he would free her children at the age of 21. Sally Hemmings was freed 2 years after Thomas Jefferson's death.
Who were Thomas Jefferson's grandparents?
Thomas Jefferson's father was Peter Jefferson and his grandfather was Thomas Jefferson.
Which scientist contributed to his culture by communicating with Thomas Jefferson on the issue of slavery and the equality of African Americans?
Benjamin Benneker
Did aberhamlincoln own a slave?
no.he did not have any slaves.but Thomas Jefferson did and used them for many things. no.he did not have any slaves.but Thomas Jefferson did and used them for many things.
Law that Thomas Jefferson wanted?
the law thomas Jefferson wanted was the one that would stop slavery the law thomas Jefferson wanted was the one that would stop slavery
Who said maintaining slavery was like holding a wolf by the ears?
Thomas Jefferson.
What was Thomas Jefferson's family business?
Slavery
Whom did Thomas Jefferson blame for slavery?
The British.
Was Thomas Jefferson's kids put into slavery?
yes they was put into slavery but all of them died
What african americans hoped would end as a result of the Declaration of Independence?
They hope that the declaration of independence by Thomas Jefferson would end slavery.
Did slavery end with Thomas Jefferson?
No, slavery did not end with Thomas Jefferson. While Jefferson did publicly express his opposition to slavery, he did not take significant actions to abolish the institution during his presidency. Slavery persisted in the United States until the passage of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution in 1865, which formally abolished slavery.
What were Thomas Jefferson's view on society?
An agrarian republic.
Who wrote a summary view of the rights of British America?
Thomas Jefferson
What effect did Thomas Jefferson have on the US?
Thomas Jefferson helped the economy and helped to build the US of A on solid ground. he helped fight slavery.
What did Thomas Jefferson try to end?
Thomas Jefferson tried to end the pirate attacks on US ships. He also tried to end slavery.
What are the release dates for Thomas Jefferson A View from the Mountain - 1995 TV?
Thomas Jefferson A View from the Mountain - 1995 TV was released on: USA: 26 May 1995
