1800 Census of Delaware

“1800 Census of Delaware” by Gerald Maddux is a reprint edition published by Genealogical Publishing Com in July 2010. This 200-page book presents a compilation of the earliest extant census data for Delaware, based on the official census of 1806, following the destruction of the 1790 census returns. The information is arranged in tabular form and includes the names of approximately 8,500 heads of families, detailing the number of individuals in each household, their sex, and age group.

Readers will find a valuable resource for historical and genealogical research within this book. It serves as a reference for those interested in the history of Delaware and the demographic landscape of the early 19th century. The content is particularly relevant for researchers focusing on state and local history, genealogy, and heraldry, providing insights into family structures and population statistics during this period in the Middle Atlantic region of the United States.