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

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Record #35 from Certificates of Freedom in Dorchester County, Maryland 1806-1864

County Dorchester
Page 3
Date Manumission Certificate Issued 11/3/1807
Name Ritty Dent
Height 5' 4 1/2"
Complexion high yellowish color
Other Descriptors large scar on left arm
Freedom Information and Age born free, raised in DO Cty. Age abt 16 yrs, granted on information rec'd from Joseph Ennalls

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