James Nowlan 1787–1840
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2 researchers on YourRoots have James Nowlan in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 2 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 Nowlan 1787–1840
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1787, James Nowlan entered the world in Waterford, Ireland, born to michael nowlan and perhaps dorsey. James Nowlan married mary crawford, and had children including mary ann nolan. James Nowlan passed away in 1840 in New Brunswick, Canada.
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1Marriage Records Ireland, Select Catholic Marriage Registers
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2Record Ireland, Royal Hospital Kilmainham Pensioner Discharge Documents, 1724-1924
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from James Nowlan
This ancestor line traces from Union of Monkstown, Dublin, Ireland (1762) to Waterford, Ireland (1787) across 2 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- James Nowlan (1787–1840) was born in Waterford, Ireland and died in New Brunswick, Canada. 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 2 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 Nowlan's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record