Ransom Bennett Sr. (1842-1916)
Ransom Bennett Sr. (1842-1916) was born enslaved to Washington and Jenny Harvey Bennett. After emancipation, he became the first constable of Creswell in 1874. He also operated a store in town, farmed 15 acres of land, and worked in construction.
Ransom Bennett Sr. (1842-1916)
Ransom Bennett Sr. (1842-1916) was born enslaved to Washington and Jenny Harvey Bennett. After emancipation, he became the first constable of Creswell in 1874. He also operated a store in town, farmed 15 acres of land, and worked in construction. #FacesofSomerset #flashbackfriday #somersetplace #nchistoricsites #ncculture #easternnc #nchistory #localhistory #creswellnc #localhistorymatters
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Source:Generations of Somerset Place: From Slavery to Freedom
By Dorothy Spruill Redford
https://books.google.com/books?id=2FG99tUQ1cQC&pg=PA16&lpg=PA16&dq=Ransom+Bennett+Sr.+(1842-1916)&source=bl&ots=N26OfkBcZS&sig=v0snSzKMkfnoc5XtPnESIcD46hY&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj92Yuk_uLdAhWFu1MKHY5-AwUQ6AEwAHoECAoQAQ#v=onepage&q=Ransom%20Bennett%20Sr.%20(1842-1916)&f=false
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The Hawley Museum is passionately committed to uncovering and sharing the fascinating family stories that have influenced our state's and nation's history. We believe that every family has a unique story to tell, one that adds depth to the rich tapestry of North Carolina and U.S. History.
We encourage you to reflect on your own family narrative—did your ancestors play a pivotal role in these historical events? We invite you to become a part of our family curator team by sharing your family's history, whether it be through photos, videos, articles, or documents.
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