Stories and Narratives
of the Dowdy Families

Indian Masacre in Texas
Four children of James Elias Dowdy were killed by indians in 1878 in Kerr County Texas. read more
 
   
The Revolutionary War Ride of Betsy Dowdy 
Betsy Dowdy's legendary horse ride to warn General William Skinner of British advances as the Battle of Great Bridge began. read more 
 
     
  Slave Narrative of Daniel "Doc" Dowdy
Doc Dowdy recounts his youth as a slave born in Madison County Georgia. This federal WPA project provides a unique insight into his life. read more