Dame Hester Buckworth
investor
Dame Hester Buckworth was a significant investor in the Royal African Company, noted for her connections to enslaved individuals mentioned in her husband’s will.
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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
69,914
Power
2,781$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 69,914 | $2,700,000 | 2,781$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 69,914 | $2,700,000 | 2,781$ |
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United Kingdom:
Dame Hester Buckworth bought £1,000 of RAC stock and knew Robert Negar, who was described in her husband’s will as his 'Black servant'.
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