Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series consists of certificates stating that residents were obliged to leave their farms in order to participate in the late war between the United States and Great Britain. Information includes name and signature of the judge issuing the certificate, the name of the farmer and the location of the farm.
Creator:
Title:
Certificates of exemption from quit rents
Quantity:

0.5 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1786-1787
Series Number:
A1211