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

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Record #997 from Certificates of Freedom in Dorchester County, Maryland 1806-1864

County Dorchester
Page 67
Date Manumission Certificate Issued 5/8/1844
Name Negro Isaac
Height 5' 7 1/2"
Complexion blackish color
Other Descriptors small scar on his forehead
Freedom Information and Age Son of Negro Patience who was manumitted by Ralph Eccelston on 3/25/1802. Patience to be free at age 31 yrs. Isaac born during her servitude. Age abt 32 yrs, granted on information of Charles Nichols.

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