Deborah Harrison DawsonAuthor Deborah Harrison Dawson has worked as a librarian in academic and special libraries for over 25 years. Strong interests in research and history led her to volunteer and work on this project with the Surry County, Virginia, Historical Society &Museums, Inc. She holds bachelor's degrees in history and Afro-American studies from the University of Virginia and a master's in library science from Vanderbilt University. Read More Read Less