WU ARC 2022-13: Reverdy C. Ransom Collection: Home

Collection Name: WU ARC 2022-13 The Reverdy C. Ransom Collection

Content Overview: This collection contains manuscripts, correspondence, church documents, meeting minutes, newspaper clippings, legal paperwork, and photographs related to Revery D. Ransom’s tenure as a Board Member at Wilberforce University as well as a Bishop for the AME Church. Collection Materials range from 1894 to 1955.

Collection Size: 7.33 Linear Feet (14 Boxes)

Historical Overview: Revery C. Ransom (b. 1861 d. 1959) was the 48^th Bishop of the AME Church. He also served on the board of trustee for Wilberforce University. He was a civil right activist and orator and created many writings and publications during his life. He served on many organizations, many of which are found in this collection.