Cotton Market Montgomery, Alabama

Cotton Market Montgomery, Alabama - inventory Number: ALB 019 

By 1849, Alabama led the nation in cotton production, and with 22.9 percent of the national total 10 years later, the "Cotton Kingdom" was firmly established in the state. Great fortunes were made and Alabama soon became one of the 10 wealthiest states in the nation. That wealth was made possible, however, only by the work of enslaved people.

Very nice detailed image.  

Measures approximately 14 " x 11".

Inventory Number: ALB 019