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hen widows of veterans applied for pensions, they had to present proof of marriage. Although it is common to see copies of marriage records in the applications of white widows, it is uncommon to see them in African American widows' applications.
hen widows of veterans applied for pensions, they had to present proof of marriage. Although it is common to see copies of marriage records in the applications of white widows, it is uncommon to see them in African American widows' applications.
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Created: 25 Jun 2008
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