List of Freemen of Massachusetts 1630-1691
Friday, July 28th, 2006New book Announcement:
Under the first charter of the Massachusetts Colony, only freemen of the Colony had the right to vote or hold public office. Such were admitted freemen who could fulfill the requirements of the Freeman’s Oath in matters of church membership and state allegiance. Between 1630 and 1691, some 4,500 men were admitted freemen, […]