Benjamin Bird 1686–1757
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10 researchers on YourRoots have Benjamin Bird in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 3 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: September 17, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 10 independent trees
Researchers connected through Benjamin Bird 1686–1757
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1686, Benjamin Bird entered the world in Dorchester, Suffolk, Massachusetts, United States, born to thomas bird and thankful atherton. Benjamin Bird passed away in 1757 in Dorchester, Suffolk, Province of Massachusetts Bay.
Sources
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1Record "FamilySearch Family Tree," database, <i>FamilySearch</i>
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2Record Mary Beth Wheeler, (http://www.thewheelers.com/)
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3Record Massachusetts Newspapers, 1704-1974
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4Record WikiTree
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Benjamin Bird
This ancestor line traces from Winstanley, Wigan, Lancashire, England (1607) to Dorchester, Suffolk, Massachusetts, United States (1686) across 3 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Benjamin Bird (1686–1757) was born in Dorchester, Suffolk, Massachusetts, United States and died in Dorchester, Suffolk, Province of Massachusetts Bay. 10 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (B) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 10 researchers on YourRoots have Benjamin in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 3 generations of this lineage geographically.
- It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
- Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.
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Benjamin Bird's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record