James Allen Cotton 1781–1868
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2 researchers on YourRoots have James Cotton in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 4 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 James Cotton 1781–1868
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1781, James Allen Cotton entered the world in Hertford, North Carolina, United States, born to thomas cotton captain and priscilla knight. James Allen Cotton passed away in 1868 in Nashville, Davidson, Tennessee, United States.
Sources
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1Marriage Records U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900
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2Record North America, Family Histories
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from James Cotton
This ancestor line traces from Queens Creek, Isle of Wight, Virginia, United States (1658) to Hertford, North Carolina, United States (1781) across 4 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- James Cotton (1781–1868) was born in Hertford, North Carolina, United States and died in Nashville, Davidson, Tennessee, 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 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 4 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.
Related Records
James Cotton's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record