Sears, Richard D. -- 1940-
Person
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Ancestors of Rev. John Almanza Rowley Rogers: The Rogers Family, 2007
File — Box 2, Folder: 10
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
These are the papers of J.A.R. (John Almanza Rowley) and Elizabeth Embree Rogers, founding members of Berea College. Materials include: photographs, correspondence, account books, sermons, addresses, writings, and family historical information.
Dates:
2007
Richard Sears Research Collection
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: BCA 0250
Abstract
Richard D. Sears was Professor of English and Theatre, 1967-2010, and the Chester D. Tripp Chair in Humanities at Berea College. He has published numerous books and articles on various aspects of Kentucky history including the abolitionist movement, Camp Nelson, and Madison County. In particular, Sears devoted many years to researching and writing about the origins of Berea College and it founding members and families.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1796-2008
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