Who was George (Bort)?

George (Bort) (1731–1731) was born in Somerset, New Jersey and died in Harlingen, Somerset, New Jersey, USA. 2 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees.

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Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have George in their trees. The ancestor migration map traces 5 generations of this lineage.

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George (Jores) Bird (Bort) 1731–1731

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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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B Reliability

Reliability Score: B

Medium — based on the source tree

Grade scale

A 3 criteria (Strong)
B 2 criteria (Medium)
C 1 criteria (Basic)

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2 researchers on YourRoots have George (Bort) 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: July 22, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 2 independent trees

Born 11 Aug 1731 · Somerset, New Jersey

Died 11 Aug 1731 · Harlingen, Somerset, New Jersey, USA

Father Thomas Bort Bird

Mother Jan Kateryna Catharina Catherine Koevers Covert Bort

Siblings Abraham Byrd, Andrew Bird, Johannes Bird, Lucas Bird, Mary Bird, Morris Bird, Rebecca Bird, Thomas Byrd Bordt Bird, William M Bird Col

Records

New Jersey, Births and Christenings …

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Immediate Family

Parents

Thomas Bort Bird

Jan Kateryna Catharina Catherine Koevers Covert Bort

Spouse(s)

No spouse recorded

Children

No children recorded

Biography

In 1731, George (Jores) Bird (Bort) entered the world in Somerset, New Jersey, born to thomas bort bird and jan kateryna catharina catherine koevers covert bort. George (Jores) Bird (Bort) passed away in 1731 in Harlingen, Somerset, New Jersey, USA.

Sources

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Baptism Records New Jersey, Births and Christenings Index

Life Timeline

1731

Birth of George (Jores) Bird (Bort) in Somerset, New Jersey

Birth

1731

Death of George (Jores) Bird (Bort) in Harlingen, Somerset, New Jersey, USA

Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from George (Bort)

This ancestor line traces from Belgium (1620) to Somerset, New Jersey (1731) across 5 generations.

Direct Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

: George (Bort) (1731–1731) was born in Somerset, New Jersey and died in Harlingen, Somerset, New Jersey, USA. 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 George 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.