Grundy Archive

Naturalization Certificate

Item

Dublin Core

Identifier

GA.BH.23.3.3

Description

This certificate acknowledges Michael Dougherty's intention to become a citizen of the United States. The document was issued by the Court of Common Pleas in Philadelphia, certifying his allegiance and fidelity to the U.S. government, detailing his residency, and confirming his intent to support the Constitution.

Creator

U.S. Court of Common Pleas

Publisher

The Grundy Archive

Date

1863-1865

Contributor

1868

Rights

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Relation

Michael Dougherty Collection (GA.BH.23)

Format

Document, paper, 15 9/16 x 10.5 inches

Language

English

Coverage

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1868

Citation

U.S. Court of Common Pleas, “Naturalization Certificate,” Grundy Archive, accessed November 21, 2024, https://grundyarchive.org/items/show/4348.