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

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Record #245 from Certificates of Freedom in Dorchester County, Maryland 1806-1864

County Dorchester
Page 17
Date Manumission Certificate Issued 12/11/1816
Name David Hughes
Height 6' 1 1/4
Complexion blackish color
Other Descriptors scar on left wrist
Freedom Information and Age Raised in DO Cty born free & is son of Christina Hughes who was also born free. Age abt 42 yrs, granted on information of Levin Stewart

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