Capt John Higginson 1675–1718
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Capt Higginson in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 5 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: B — verified across 2 independent trees
Researchers connected through Capt Higginson 1675–1718
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1675, Capt John Higginson entered the world in Salem, Mass, born to col john higgenson and sarah ann savage. Capt John Higginson married hannah grafton gardner, and had children including elizabeth higginson. Capt John Higginson passed away in 1718 in Salem, Essex County, Massachusetts, United States of America.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Capt Higginson
This ancestor line traces from Greenwich, Kent, England (1560) to Salem, Mass (1675) across 5 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Capt Higginson (1675–1718) was born in Salem, Mass and died in Salem, Essex County, Massachusetts, United States of America. 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 (B) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have Capt 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 5 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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Capt Higginson's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record