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Slave Inventory and Mortgage Document, circa 1790s When a slave owner died, settling the estate might mean selling slaves to pay off debts or carry out bequests. The slaves were often split up; even family members were separated. For many Africans, enslavement meant being stripped of their identity as well as their freedom. On this list from Onancock, Virginia, some individuals, such as Bungo, Juba, Yaba (reverse side), and Quomino (named on back), seemed to have retained their original, African names. "Juba" is a female name for Monday. Illustrating the individual's skills, the entry "1 Jack a Boatman" is probably an Anglicized African name. "Jack" may be derived from the African name "Quacko." |
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