Edward H. Nabb Research Center for Delmarva History & Culture Enduring Connections: Exploring Delmarva's Black History

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Record #1071 from Certificates of Freedom in Dorchester County, Maryland 1806-1864

County Dorchester
Page 71
Date Manumission Certificate Issued 9/9/1845
Name William Hollis
Height 5' 6"
Complexion blackish color
Other Descriptors large scar on left ankle
Freedom Information and Age Born free; raised in DO Cty; son of Sarah Hollis who was also born free. Age abt 28 yrs, granted on oath of Thomas Lee.

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