Upshur, Abel Parker, 1790-1844
In 1790, Abel Parker Upshur was born into one of Virginia’s most prominent conservative planter families – a background Upshur defended at state, federal, and international levels until a ceremonial accident cut his life short at 54. Defending the interests of enslavers in the United States served as the focal point of Abel Parker Upshur’s political career, especially during his time as Secretary of State during the Tyler administration. He had a very close relationship with his cousin, Elizabeth Uphsur Teackle.
Mentioned in these documents
[Letter from Elizabeth Upshur Teackle to her husband, Littleton Dennis Teackle, February 24, 1812]
Letter from Elizabeth Upshur Teackle to her husband, Littleton D. Teackle.
[Letter from Elizabeth Upshur Teackle to her sister, Ann Upshur Eyre, September 20, 1813]
Letter from Elizabeth Upshur Teackle to her sister, Ann Upshur Eyre, updating her on their return from Ann's house to Princess Anne. Elizabeth says that her husband Littleton has been sick. She also describes how she tripped out of her carriage and hit her head. She discusses how the town is full of military and Major Daniel Martin shared some war stories with her. She also talks about John Nivison.