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0920

Amnesty Oath
Elizabeth City County
State of Virginia

I William Gibbs do solemnly swear (or affirm) in the presence of Almighty God that I will henceforth faithfully support, protect and defend the constitution of the United States and the Union of the States thereunder, and that I will in like manner abide by & faithfully support all laws and proclamations which have been made during the existing rebellion with reference to the emancipation of slaves. So help me God.

Wm Gibbs

Sworn to and subscribed to before me this 28th day of December 1865.

W.R. Willis Notary Public