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

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Record #240 from Certificates of Freedom in Dorchester County, Maryland 1806-1864

County Dorchester
Page 16
Date Manumission Certificate Issued 9/25/1816
Name Jesse Berly
Height 5' 7 1/2"
Complexion chestnut color
Other Descriptors large scar across his left cheek occasioned by cut
Freedom Information and Age Raised in DO Cty & born free. Is son of Carolina Berly who was also born free. Age abt 60 yrs

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