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Augustus Harrison Drewry made several significant changes to the Westover Plantation after he acquired it in 1866. The plantation was in disrepair due to its occupation by Union soldiers during the Civil War. Drewry transformed the estate into a profitable and widely respected plantation.

Here are the key changes he made:

1. Restoration and Repairs: Drewry undertook extensive restoration and repairs to the plantation, restoring it to a state of profitability and prominence.
2. Agricultural Enhancements: He utilized the land for profitable agricultural activities, turning the estate into a productive venture.
3. Strategic Use of Land: Drewry recognized the strategic position of the land due to its high bluff overlooking the James River, which had also been utilized during the war.

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References

• Westover Plantation - Wikipedia
• Biography of Augustus Henry Drewry
• American Aristocracy: Augustus Harrison Drewry