Cornelius Slaght 1790–1843
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Cornelius Slaght in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 25 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 Cornelius Slaght 1790–1843
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Cornelius Slaght began in 1790 in Newton, Sussex County, New Jersey. Cornelius Slaght passed away in 1843 in Townsend Township, Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Cornelius Slaght
This ancestor line traces from Northumberland, Denmark (1000) to Newton, Sussex County, New Jersey (1790) across 25 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Cornelius Slaght (1790–1843) was born in Newton, Sussex County, New Jersey and died in Townsend Township, Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada. 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 Cornelius 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 25 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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Cornelius Slaght's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record