Jacob Merritt Anthony 1834–1900
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3 researchers on YourRoots have Jacob Anthony 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
Researchers connected through Jacob Anthony 1834–1900
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Jacob Merritt Anthony began in 1834 in Battenville, Washington, New York, United States. Jacob Merritt Anthony passed away in 1900 in Fort Scott, Bourbon, Kansas, United States.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Jacob Anthony
This ancestor line traces from Royston, Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England (1482) to Battenville, Washington, New York, United States (1834) across 11 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Jacob Anthony (1834–1900) was born in Battenville, Washington, New York, United States and died in Fort Scott, Bourbon, Kansas, United States. 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 Jacob 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.
- 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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Jacob Anthony's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record