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

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Record #537 from Certificates of Freedom in Somerset County, 1821-1864

County Somerset
Gender M
Name Gillis, William
Proof of Freedom BFW
Deed Information
Deed Executed By
Height 5' 7 1/2"
Complexion Light Chestnut
Age 46
Document Date 1863 Jul 23
Citation CR 47,251-7
Page
PDF Page 93
Other Notes witness: Wm. Twilley & mother of Geo W. Twilley

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