Hern, David (P49205)
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- P49205
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- Hern
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- David
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- 1784
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Alternate name "Davy"
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- slave
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- black
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David Hern, the son of David and Isabel Hern, was enslaved by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello. He worked there as a nail maker, blacksmith, and charcoalburner, but his principal occupation was as a driver of carts and wagons. He often made the journey to and from Washington, DC, on his own. He was married to Frances Gillette and they had at least eight children. In 1829 University professor Dr. Robley Dunglison purchased “Waggoner David” from Jefferson’s estate for $270. Life dates 1784-after 1829
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