A Guide to the Observations Importantes by Sugar Traders in Nantes, France
Finding aid created by Dept. Staff
University of Florida Smathers Libraries - Special and Area Studies Collections
June 2007
Descriptive Summary |
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| Title: | Observations Importantes by Sugar Traders in Nantes, France | |
| Dates: | 1788 | |
| Abstract: | "Observations Importantes" by anonymous sugar traders in Nantes, France, and an "Avis" written by the deputies of commerce of Brittany. | |
| Extent: | 0.01 Linear feet. 2 items. | |
| Identification: | MS Group 112 2/9 | |
| Language(s): | French | |
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Scope and Content
The first manuscript document is entitled "Observations Importantes" and was written in 1788 by anonymous sugar traders in Nantes, France. The traders claimed indemnities because their trade suffered as a result of the "Traite des Noirs pour les colonies" in the years 1787-1788. They also complained about the refusal of the "Ferme Generale" to pay the premiums for the slaves. The second manuscript document is entitled "Avis" and appears to have been written by deputies of commerce of Brittany. The Avis responds to the "Observations" and also discusses the growing arms trade.
Access or Use Restrictions
Access
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Administrative Information
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Preferred Citation
[Identification of item], Observations Importantes by Sugar Traders in Nantes, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
Selected Subjects and Access Terms
Nantes (France) -- History.
Slave trade -- France -- Colonies.
Slave trade -- France -- Nantes.
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