THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Dred Scott
African-American plaintiff in freedom suit (c.1799–1858)
Dred Scott was born in 1799 in Southampton County and died on September 17, 1858.
Born
in 1799
Died: September 17, 1858
- Birthplace
- Southampton County
- Professions
- activist, slave
- Citizenship
- United States
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Questions people ask
Where was Dred Scott born?
Dred Scott was born in Southampton County.
When did Dred Scott die?
Dred Scott died on September 17, 1858.