Alice Brodnax

(b. 1850)

At a Glance

Alice was described by grandfather Thomas C Ruffin in a letter to Frances G. Roulhac April 22, 1850: “Little Alice seemed to know I was something to her, and was ready to come to me and laugh for me and be kissed. She is a large healthy baby, and very quiet and good natured, and her parents think her very beautiful…she has the extra charm of a red head.” [1]

Story

At this writing we have no further information about Alice Brodnax.

Biographical Data

Important Dates

Alice Brodnax was born ca. 1849 or 1850.

Relatives

• Parents: John Wilson Brodnax (1821-1911) and Susan Mary Ruffin (1827-1851) .

References

1. Thomas Ruffin Papers, Southern Historical Collection, UNC.