Fulton's Ex'ors v. Gracey, 1859
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This case is about slaves or slavery.

Year: 1859
Citation: 56 Va. 314
Jurisdiction: SC of Appeals VA
People: Nancy [Nan] (mother to), Gracey, Milly, Jerry & Jeff
Short Summary: The "presumption of law" in VA during this time is that if a person is of African descent, they're automatically deemed a slave until the person provides evidence that they're free.
Law type: Suit for freedom
Full name: Fulton's Ex'ors v. Gracey & als.
Court: Supreme Court of Appeals of Virginia

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