In 1898, nearly 75% of Alabama’s entire annual state revenue came from convict leasing to private railways, mines, and large plantations. – WTF Fun Facts
Source: Convict leasing – Wikipedia
In 1898, nearly 75% of Alabama’s entire annual state revenue came from convict leasing to private railways, mines, and large plantations. – WTF Fun Facts
Source: Convict leasing – Wikipedia