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The first black american born into indentured servitude is owned by Captain William Tucker. Capt. Tucker is born in England and is the son of John Tucker Sr.and Alice Pelharm. Member of the VIRGINIA HOUSE of BURGESS. First arriived in Jamestowne with his wife mary Thompson around 1620. Captain of the ship Jamestown Colony, Middle Passage, Indentured Servants, Virginia History, American Colonies, African Diaspora, The Arrival, History Facts, Family History

Captain William Tucker, a merchant, adventurer, and planter, was a leader and man of action in the early days of the Colony of Virginia. At various times, he was a Councilor, a Burgess, and Commandant of Kecoughton (Elizabeth City). Always, he was a shrewd and hard businessman who expected to profit from his investment...

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