Thomas (Tad) Kelly

Title

Thomas (Tad) Kelly

Subject Headings

Slavery--United States
African Americans--Reparations
Indian agents--West (U.S.)

Description

Tad Kelly discusses his ancestor, John Dougherty, an Indian agent who retired in the 1850s and then enslaved several people on a plantation in Missouri. Learning about his history, he now advocates for reparative action.

Name(s) of ancestors

"Major" John Dougherty

Location(s) mentioned

Denver, Colorado, United States; Clay County, Missouri, United States; Liberty, Missouri, United States

Donated by:

Speaking Truth -- https://www.speakingtruth.org/

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