SPENCE, ANDREW [SSNE 7598]
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Andrew Spence acquired citizenship in Bremen on 17 November 1636. The registrar noted that he originated from 'Hitland' i.e. Shetland. Spence remained in the city at least until the mid-1640s when he twice paid taxes as a pearl embroiderer. His son, James, received his citizen rights in 1669.
Source: Staatsarchiv Bremen, Burgerbuch der Altstadt 1622-1642, 2-P.8.A.19.a.2.c. Entry by Dr Kathrin Zickermann.
Service record
- BREMEN (CITY),
- Arrived 1636-11-17
- Capacity ARTISAN