1 Reply Latest reply on Mar 2, 2021 7:54 AM by Rebecca Collier

    Seeking records on Irish planters & sugar plantations

    John F. McKeon Newbie
    John F. McKeon Feb 18, 2021 12:28 PM

      I am looking for research on Irish planters and sugar plantations on St. Croix or other US Virgin Islands.  And I am seeking all information on Irish Planters in the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean predominantly sugar plantations in the Danish colonies.

        • Re: Seeking records on Irish planters & sugar plantations
          Rebecca Collier Ranger
          Rebecca Collier Expert Mar 2, 2021 7:54 AM (in response to John F. McKeon)

          Dear Mr. McKeon,

           

          Thank you for posting your request on History Hub!

           

          We searched the National Archives Catalog and located 24 series & 4 file units in the Records of the Government of the Virgin Islands (Record Group 55) that pertain to plantation use, ownership, or rentals. Most of these records are in Danish. For more information, please contact the National Archives at College Park - Textual Reference (RDT2) at archives2reference@nara.gov.

           

          Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and pursuant to guidance received from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), NARA has adjusted its normal operations to balance the need of completing its mission-critical work while also adhering to the recommended social distancing for the safety of NARA staff. As a result of this re-prioritization of activities, you may experience a delay in receiving an initial acknowledgement as well as a substantive response to your reference request from RDT2. We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and patience.

           

          We hope this is helpful. Best of luck with your research!

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