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How old to marry in 1860?

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Dorothy

Dorothy Report 18 Dec 2004 15:28

Does anyone know how old you had to be to get married in 1860? I think I've found a wedding for 2 of mine but they could have only been about 16 at the time.

Helen

Helen Report 18 Dec 2004 15:30

I think up until about 1920s it was legal to get married from 12 for girls and 14 for boys. Under 21 needed parental consent H

Dorothy

Dorothy Report 18 Dec 2004 15:36

Thanks Helen, that solves a little mystery for me. Di