United States, Indenture and Manumission Records - FamilySearch Historical Records

What is in This Collection?
Indenture and manumission records from various states in the United States for years 1780-1939. State records may be added as they become available.

What Can These Records Tell Me?
The following information may be found in these records:
 * Event date
 * Event place
 * Name
 * Birth
 * Age
 * Sex
 * Race
 * Amount of pay
 * Length of service
 * Father and mother's given name
 * Owner/Employer

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