Henry Pettit 1763–1838
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Henry Pettit in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 10 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 Henry Pettit 1763–1838
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Henry Pettit began in 1763 in Scullville, Essex, New Jersey, United States. Henry Pettit passed away in 1838 in Rutherford, North Carolina, United States.
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1Record Roster of South Carolina Patriots in the American Revolution
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Henry Pettit
This ancestor line traces from Church Stretton, Burford, Shropshire, England (1408) to Scullville, Essex, New Jersey, United States (1763) across 10 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Henry Pettit (1763–1838) was born in Scullville, Essex, New Jersey, United States and died in Rutherford, North Carolina, United States. 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 Henry 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 10 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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Henry Pettit's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record