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

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Record #1719 from Wills from Sussex County, Delaware, 1751-1883

State Delaware
County Sussex
Liber: Folio D4:420
Date (Signed) 5/19/1794
Date (Probate) 6/9/1794
Deceased John Fleetwood, yeoman of Broadkiln Hundred
Heirs Negro man Orange
Abstract to my Negro man Orange - his freedom after 25 December next; to enjoy all the liberties and privileges of a freeman. Also the sum of 40 shillings.

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