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TCA 36-3-308

Marriages during War Between the States validated

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All marriages that took place during the Civil War (1861-1865) and were properly performed are considered valid, and any children born from those marriages are considered legitimate.

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All marriages contracted and entered into during the War Between the States (1861-1865) and duly solemnized, are declared valid, and the issue of these marriages are declared legitimate.
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TCA Section36-3-308