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"Col" Joseph Scott Sr 1708–1748

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A Public Tree Person is an ancestor documented independently by multiple YourRoots tree owners. When several researchers' family histories converge on the same person, we publish a shared page that combines what they've documented.

Why this is a Public Tree Person

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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C Reliability
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Reliability Score: C
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Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
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  • Descendant's record available
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2 researchers on YourRoots have "Col" Sr 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: July 22, 2026 · Reliability: C — verified across 2 independent trees

Born 06 Feb 1708 · St Peters, New Kent, Virginia, British Crown Colony
Died 20 Jan 1748 · Amelia, Virginia, British Crown Colony
Father Judith Dudley
Spouse Sarah Mayo
Children Margaret Scott Fry Cooper

Researchers connected through "Col" Sr 1708–1748

and 1 more tree owner connected with "Col" Sr 1708–1748

Immediate Family

Biography

The story of "Col" Joseph Scott Sr began in 1708 in St Peters, New Kent, Virginia, British Crown Colony. "Col" Joseph Scott Sr married sarah mayo, and had children including margaret scott fry cooper. "Col" Joseph Scott Sr passed away in 1748 in Amelia, Virginia, British Crown Colony.

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Life Timeline

1708
Birth of "Col" Joseph Scott Sr in St Peters, New Kent, Virginia, British Crown Colony
Birth
1734
"Col" Joseph Scott Sr was married in Goochland County, Virginia
Marriage
1734
"Col" Joseph Scott Sr was married in Goochland, Goochland, Virginia, British Crown Colony
Marriage
1737
"Col" Joseph Scott Sr was married in Goochland County, Virginia, British Crown Colony
Marriage
1743
"Col" Joseph Scott Sr was married in Pasquotank County, North Carolina, British Crown Colony
Marriage
1743
"Col" Joseph Scott Sr was married in Pasquotank, North Carolina
Marriage
1748
Death of "Col" Joseph Scott Sr in Amelia, Virginia, British Crown Colony
Death
1753
"Col" Joseph Scott Sr was married in ME
Marriage

Oldest Ancestor Line from "Col" Sr

This ancestor line traces from Lower, Norfolk, Virginia, USA (1649) to St Peters, New Kent, Virginia, British Crown Colony (1708) across 3 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

"Col" Sr (1708–1748) was born in St Peters, New Kent, Virginia, British Crown Colony and died in Amelia, Virginia, British Crown Colony. 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 (C) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have "Col" 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.

"Col" Sr's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
"Col" Joseph Scott Sr PTP
1708–1748
St Peters, New Kent, Virginia, British Crown Colony
Parents
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Grandparents
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"Col" Sr's Descendants

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"Col" Joseph Scott Sr PTP 1708–1748