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The book ""Census Of The City Of Charleston, South Carolina, For The Year 1861 (1861)"" is a historical record that provides a detailed account of the population of Charleston, South Carolina in the year 1861. The author of the book, Frederick A. Ford, has meticulously collected and compiled data on the city's inhabitants, including their names, ages, occupations, and ethnicities. The book also includes information on the number of slaves and free people of color living in the city at the time.This census is particularly significant as it was conducted just months before the outbreak of the American Civil War, which had a profound impact on Charleston and the rest of the country. The book provides a fascinating snapshot of life in the city at this pivotal moment in history.In addition to the census data, the book includes an introduction by the author that provides context for the census and its significance. There are also several appendices that contain additional information, such as a list of the city's elected officials and a breakdown of the population by ward.Overall, ""Census Of The City Of Charleston, South Carolina, For The Year 1861 (1861)"" is a valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of Charleston and the American South.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.