Hank of wool

Hank of wool

Hank of wool from Buchanan, Kentucky. Sheep were among the early domesticated animals brought to Kentucky. Home production of wool increased during the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 due to trade embargos. Wool was often woven with cotton or hemp in early Kentucky textiles. Wool was also used in clothing.

ca. 1790

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Physical Objects

1964.5