African American Patch's in Maine
From Vital Records of Kittery, ME
Marriage Intention of Abigail PATCH and Abraham Callile of Kittery, ME. The record mentions that they are both "Blacks". Dec 9, 1784, pg 163
Marriage intention of Josiah BLACK of Kittery and Mary PATCH of Kittery.They are also recorded as "Blacks".
Apr 1784, pg 163
Hopefully these facts will help deciphering the descendents of freed slaves of Kittery.