Washington County, Texas · 1867 voter registration
Washington County, Texas: freedmen, slavery and the 1867 voter registration
Slavery in Washington County
In 1860 the census counted 7,941 enslaved people in Washington County, 52% of everyone living there. Seven years later 2,279 freedmen registered to vote there, 53% of the county's voters.
- 7,941
- Enslaved in 1860
- 52%
- Of the county in 1860
- 4,323
- Registered voters
- 2,279
- Freedmen
- 53%
- Freedmen
Help finish Washington County. 2,279 freedmen registered here in 1867 and their records are still waiting to be added.
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Figures come from the 1867 to 1870 Texas voter registration held by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. The 1860 population figures come from Population of the United States in 1860, printed by the Census Office in 1864. Race was recorded for part of the statewide register, so the freedmen count is the number identified.
Questions about the Washington County records
How do I find African American ancestors in Washington County, Texas?
Washington County's entries are being added by volunteer reviewers. Search the neighbouring counties (Brazos, Burleson and Madison counties) meanwhile, and become a reviewer to help bring Washington County online.
How many freedmen registered to vote in Washington County in 1867?
2,279 freedmen registered in Washington County between 1867 and 1870, 53% of the county's 4,323 registered voters.
Was slavery widespread in Washington County, Texas?
In 1860 the census counted 7,941 enslaved people in Washington County, 52% of everyone living there. In 1867, 53% of Washington County's registered voters were freedmen, 2,279 of 4,323.
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Counties that share a boundary history with Washington County: Brazos County, Burleson County, Grimes County, Madison County, Montgomery County.
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