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

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Record #486 from Certificates of Freedom in Dorchester County, Maryland 1806-1864

County Dorchester
Page 33
Date Manumission Certificate Issued 5/2/1829
Name Charles Phillips
Height 5' 8 1/2"
Complexion blackish color
Other Descriptors large scar on left side
Freedom Information and Age Raised in DO Cty; born free; son of Violet Phillips who was manumitted by Sarah LeCompte. Age abt 23 yrs, granted on information of Joshua Parker

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