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

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Record #55 from Northampton County, Virginia Register of Free Blacks 1853-1861

Year Documented Aug 31, 1855
Number 55
Birth Date Aug 8th
Name Margaret Collins
Complexion Mulatto
Height - Feet 5
Height - Inches 1 1/2
Appearance Some small scars on the left cheek; scar on the thumb; scar on the forefinger and several other small scars on the left hand; nail on second finger of right hand injured.
Birth Note Born free in the County of Northampton, State of Virginia. copy sent by Ro. C. Jacob Esq.
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