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

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Record #570 from Certificates of Freedom in Dorchester County, Maryland 1806-1864

County Dorchester
Page 38
Date Manumission Certificate Issued 6/11/1831
Name James Cooper
Height 5' 8"
Complexion dark chestnut color
Other Descriptors large scar behind left ear
Freedom Information and Age Born free; raised in DO Cty; son of Dolly Cooper who was manumitted by Jacob Lacherman. Age abt 24 yrs. Granted on information of J. Lockerman.

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