David Whitman 1709–1789
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2 researchers on YourRoots have David Whitman 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: B — verified across 2 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through David Whitman 1709–1789
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1709, David Whitman entered the world in Bridgewater, Plymouth, Massachusetts, born to nicholas whitman and sarah vining. David Whitman married susanna hayward, and had children including isaiah whitman, john whitman. David Whitman passed away in 1789 in Bridgewater, Plymouth, Massachusetts.
Sources
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1Record "International Genealogical Index? - Version 5.00"
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2Record History of the Early Settlement of Bridgewater, in Plymouth County,; Massachusetts,
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3Record "The Second Book of Records of the Town of Bridgewater", 1702 to 1738.
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from David Whitman
This ancestor line traces from Of, Holt, Norfolk, England (1602) to Bridgewater, Plymouth, Massachusetts (1709) across 3 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- David Whitman (1709–1789) was born in Bridgewater, Plymouth, Massachusetts and died in Bridgewater, Plymouth, Massachusetts. 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 David 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.
Related Records
David Whitman's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record