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Til Death or Distance Do We Part: Exploring Marriage Records of Enslaved and Emancipated Persons
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Join The Georgia Genealogical Society, Thursday, February 13th, at 8PM, for a poignant and inspiring FREE Educational Series Webinar: "Til Death or Distance Do We Part: Exploring Marriage Records of Enslaved and Emancipated Persons." This captivating presentation explores the sacred bonds formed against the backdrop of slavery, and the quest to recognize these unions legally in post-Civil War America.
While enslaved people's marriages were historically unrecognized by law, the end of the Civil War marked a turning point. Efforts to legalize the marital unions of formerly enslaved couples led to the creation of unique records that are indispensable for African American genealogical research today. This webinar, led by the esteemed genealogist, Renate Yarborough-Sanders, delves into these invaluable records, shedding light on the emotional and historical narratives they contain.
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Virginia-based and with roots stretching back to North Carolina, Renate Yarborough-Sanders descends from a complex lineage of formerly enslaved ancestors, enslavers, and free people of color. She is deeply engaged in our genealogical community, holding leadership roles in various organizations and co-hosting a North Carolina genealogy platform.
With decades of experience in genealogy, she specializes in the research of ancestors of color, focusing on the intricate details of their lives both pre-and post-emancipation. Renate's role as an educator, blogger, and community leader in genealogical circles equips her with insights that enrich her presentations and inspire her audiences.
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