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It is possible that Jefferson sought out Sally Hemings for relations after the passing of Martha Jefferson because he was lonely.

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What was the age difference between Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings?

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Did Thomas Jefferson have any children with slave women?

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Martha Jefferson was Thomas Jefferson's wife.


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What was Martha Jefferson's name before she was married?

Matha Jefferson's name was "Martha Wayles" before she was married.


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Martha Jefferson's maiden name was Martha Wayles. She was born on October 30, 1748, and married Thomas Jefferson in 1772. Martha was the daughter of John Wayles, a prominent plantation owner in Virginia.