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Edward Gilman IV 1587–1681

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Full name consistent across 3 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 3 trees
Death year and location consistent across 3 trees

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Reliability Score: B
Medium — based on the source tree
Grade scale
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  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
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3 researchers on YourRoots have Edward IV in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 11 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 3 independent trees, with linked records

Born 20 Apr 1587 · Hingham, Norfolk, England
Died 22 Jun 1681 · Exeter, Rockingham County, New Hampshire, USA
Father Edward Gilman Iii
Mother Mary Margaret Rose Hawes
Spouse Mary Clark
Children Sarah GILMAN

Researchers connected through Edward IV 1587–1681

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Biography

Edward Gilman IV was born in 1587 in Hingham, Norfolk, England, the child of edward gilman iii and mary margaret rose hawes. Edward Gilman IV married mary clark, and had children including sarah gilman. Edward Gilman IV passed away in 1681 in Exeter, Rockingham County, New Hampshire, USA.

Sources

  1. 1
    Immigration U.S. and Canada, Passenger and Immigration Lists Index, 1500s-1900s

  2. 2
    Vital Records Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records

  3. 3
    Marriage Records Norfolk, England, Church of England Baptism, Marriages, and Burials

Life Timeline

1587
Birth of Edward Gilman IV in Hingham, Norfolk, England
Birth
1681
Death of Edward Gilman IV in Exeter, Rockingham County, New Hampshire, USA
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Edward IV

This ancestor line traces from England (1280) to Hingham, Norfolk, England (1587) across 11 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

Edward IV (1587–1681) was born in Hingham, Norfolk, England and died in Exeter, Rockingham County, New Hampshire, USA. 3 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, 3 researchers on YourRoots have Edward 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 11 generations of this lineage geographically.
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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.

Edward IV's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Edward Gilman IV PTP
1587–1681
Hingham, Norfolk, England
Parents
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Grandparents
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Edward IV's Descendants

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Edward Gilman IV PTP 1587–1681
  1. 1. Sarah GILMAN PTP 1622–1700
    1. 1. Hannah Leavitt PTP 1664–1728
    2. 2. John Leavitt PTP 1637–1664
    3. 3. Samuel Leavitt PTP 1641–1707
    4. 4. Elizabeth Leavitt PTP 1644–1688
    5. 5. Mary Leavitt PTP 1661–1682
    6. 6. Moses Leavitt PTP 1650–1730
    7. 7. Israel Leavitt PTP 1648–1696