Smith, James2024-08-192024-08-192014https://hdl.handle.net/1911/117654Authored primarily by James Smith, in his work with the Brazosport Archaeological Society, this collection reflects the summary of archival and archaeological reconnaissance work conducted by the BAS between 1980 and 2020. The documents in the collection summarize the results of a comprehensive study on the history of Antebellum plantations in Brazoria County, TX, as well as other related historical places and developments.In this overview of the history of the Brazos Canal Company, the author presents information derived from archival research covering geographical location, biographical information on associated individuals, shifting ownership over time, measures of agricultural inventory, the current status of the Brazos Canal, and information about enslaved people and other forms of captive labor. The item contains newspaper articles, photographs, paintings, checks, bills of the Texas state legislature, corporate charters of incorporation, and letters.21 ppengThis work is protected by copyright and is made available here for research and educational purposes. Permission to reuse, publish, or reproduce the work beyond the bounds of fair use or other exemptions to copyright law must be obtained from the copyright holder.Reportarchivesenslaved personsBrazos RivercanalsStephen F. Austincotton balesBAS_BrazosCanal_2016_0007