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James Hamilton 1811–1885

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Full name consistent across 2 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 2 trees
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Grade scale
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  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
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2 researchers on YourRoots have James Hamilton in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 16 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: A — verified across 2 independent trees, with linked records

Born 21 Jan 1811 · Seamore Place, London, England
Died 31 Oct 1885 · Baron's Court, Fulham, London, England
Father James Hamilton Lord Hamilton Viscount Hamilton Mp
Mother Harriet Douglas
Spouse Louisa Jane Russell
Children Alberta Frances Anna Hamilton, Beatrix Frances Hamilton, Catharina Elisabeth Hamilton, Claud John Hamilton, Cosmo Hamilton, Ernest William Hamilton, Frederick Spencer Hamilton, George Francis Hamilton, Georgiana Susan Hamilton, Harriett Georgiana Louisa Hamilton, James Hamilton, Louisa Jane Hamilton, Maud Evelyn Hamilton, Ronald Douglas Hamilton
Siblings Claud Hamilton Lord, Harriet Hamilton Lady
Records
1851 England Census 1861 England Census Netherlands, GenealogieOnline Trees Index North America, Family Histories Descendant of..... Gedcom File provided by Plantagenet Descent "Plantagenet Descent" by David A. …
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Immediate Family

Biography

James Hamilton was born in 1811 in Seamore Place, London, England, the child of james hamilton lord hamilton viscount hamilton mp and harriet douglas. James Hamilton married louisa jane russell, and had children including alberta frances anna hamilton, beatrix frances hamilton, catharina elisabeth hamilton, claud john hamilton, cosmo hamilton, ernest william hamilton, frederick spencer hamilton, george francis hamilton, georgiana susan hamilton, harriett georgiana louisa hamilton, james hamilton, louisa jane hamilton, maud evelyn hamilton, ronald douglas hamilton. James Hamilton passed away in 1885 in Baron's Court, Fulham, London, England.

Sources

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    Census 1851 England Census

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    Census 1861 England Census

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    Record Netherlands, GenealogieOnline Trees Index

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    Record North America, Family Histories

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    Record Descendant of.....

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    Record Gedcom File provided by

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    Record Plantagenet Descent

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    Record "Plantagenet Descent" by David A. Blocher

Life Timeline

1811
Birth of James Hamilton in Seamore Place, London, England
Birth
1829
James Hamilton - Education in Christ Church, Oxford University, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
Education
1851
James Hamilton resided here in Madehurst, Sussex, England
Residence
1861
James Hamilton resided here in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England
Residence
1885
Death of James Hamilton in Baron's Court, Fulham, Middlesex, England
Death
1886
James Hamilton - Will
Will

Oldest Ancestor Line from James Hamilton

This ancestor line traces from France (1160) to Seamore Place, London, England (1811) across 16 generations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

James Hamilton (1811–1885) was born in Seamore Place, London, England and died in Baron's Court, Fulham, London, England. 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 16 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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James Hamilton's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

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James Hamilton PTP
1811–1885
Seamore Place, London, England
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James Hamilton's Descendants

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James Hamilton PTP 1811–1885