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Caleb Bridgman 1847–1875

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Full name consistent across 2 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 2 trees
Death year and location consistent across 2 trees

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Reliability Score: A
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Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Caleb Bridgman 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: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: A — verified across 2 independent trees, with linked records

Born 11 Oct 1847 · Lanlivery, Cornwall, England
Died 4 May 1875 · Tulliallan, Kincardine, Fife, Scotland
Father Caleb Grey Bridgman
Mother Jane Granville
Spouse Helen Dobbins
Children Caleb Bridgman, Mary Mcewan Bridgman, Sarah Bridgeman
Siblings Edward Bridgeman, Edward Bridgman, Elizabeth Bridgman, John Bridgman, Joshua Bridgman, Mary Jane Bridgman, Sarah Margaret Bridgman, Thomas Bridgman, William Bridgman

Researchers connected through Caleb Bridgman 1847–1875

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Biography

The story of Caleb Bridgman began in 1847 in Lanlivery, Cornwall, England. Caleb Bridgman married helen dobbins, and had children including caleb bridgman, mary mcewan bridgman, sarah bridgeman. Caleb Bridgman passed away in 1875 in Tulliallan, Kincardine, Fife, Scotland.

Sources

  1. 1
    Census 1861 England Census

  2. 2
    Census 1871 Scotland Census

  3. 3
    Census 1881 Scotland Census

  4. 4
    Record Geneanet Community Trees Index

  5. 5
    Baptism Records Scotland, Select Births and Baptisms, 1564-1950

  6. 6
    Baptism Records England, Select Births and Christenings

  7. 7
    Marriage Records Scotland, Select Marriages

  8. 8
    Marriage Records England & Wales, FreeBMD Marriage Index:

  9. 9
    Record UK, Coal Mining Accidents and Deaths Index, 1878-1951

  10. 10
    Record Web: UK, Coal Mining Accidents and Deaths Index, 1700-1950

Life Timeline

1847
Birth of Caleb Bridgman in Lanlivery, Cornwall, England
Birth
1853
Caleb Bridgman was baptized in Lanlivery,Cornwall,England
Baptism
1875
Death of Caleb Bridgman in Tulliallan, Kincardine, Fife, Scotland
Death
1881
Caleb Bridgman resided here in Old Monkland Middle District, Lanarkshire, Scotland
Residence

Oldest Ancestor Line from Caleb Bridgman

This ancestor line traces from Damraon, Hellingham, Hampshire, England (1779) to Lanlivery, Cornwall, England (1847) across 3 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

Caleb Bridgman (1847–1875) was born in Lanlivery, Cornwall, England and died in Tulliallan, Kincardine, Fife, Scotland. 2 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 (A) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have Caleb 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.

Caleb Bridgman's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Caleb Bridgman PTP
1847–1875
Lanlivery, Cornwall, England
Parents
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Grandparents
Unknown
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Caleb Bridgman's Descendants

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Caleb Bridgman PTP 1847–1875
  1. 1. Sarah Bridgeman PTP 1872–1960