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James Brown 1867–1891

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Why this is a Public Tree Person

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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Reliability Score: A
Strong — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
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2 researchers on YourRoots have James Brown in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 13 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: A — verified across 2 independent trees, with linked records

Born 18 May 1867 · Newburgh, Fife, Scotland.
Died 24 May 1891 · Alloa, Clackmannan, Scotland
Father Alexander Mcglashan Brown
Siblings Catherine Brown, Euphemia Brown, Jane Mcglashan Brown, Janet Gorrie Jessie Brown, Margaret Maggie Gorrie Brown, Peter Mcglashan Brown

Researchers connected through James Brown 1867–1891

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Immediate Family

Spouse(s)
No spouse recorded
Children
No children recorded

Biography

James Brown was born in 1867 in Newburgh, Fife, Scotland., the child of alexander mcglashan brown. In 1881, James Brown resided in Alloa, Clackmannanshire, Scotland. In 1891, James Brown resided in Alloa, Clackmannanshire, Scotland. James Brown passed away in 1891 in Alloa, Clackmannan, Scotland.

Sources

  1. 1
    Census 1881 Scotland Census

  2. 2
    Census 1891 Scotland Census

  3. 3
    Baptism Records Scotland, Select Births and Baptisms, 1564-1950

Life Timeline

1867
Birth of James Brown in Newburgh, Fife, Scotland.
Birth
1881
James Brown resided here in Alloa, Clackmannanshire, Scotland
Residence
1891
James Brown resided here in Alloa, Clackmannanshire, Scotland
Residence
1891
Death of James Brown in Alloa, Clackmannan, Scotland
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from James Brown

This ancestor line traces from Glenbervie, Kincardineshire, Scotland (1485) to Newburgh, Fife, Scotland. (1867) across 13 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

James Brown (1867–1891) was born in Newburgh, Fife, Scotland. and died in Alloa, Clackmannan, Scotland. 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 (A) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have James 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 13 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.

James Brown's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
James Brown PTP
1867–1891
Newburgh, Fife, Scotland.
Parents
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Grandparents
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James Brown's Descendants

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James Brown PTP 1867–1891