James Wheaton 1686–1742
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- B 2 criteria (Medium)
- C 1 criteria (Basic)
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2 researchers on YourRoots have James Wheaton in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 3 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 Wheaton 1686–1742
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1686, James Wheaton entered the world in Swansea, Bristol, Massachusetts, born to john wheaton and elizabeth thurber. James Wheaton passed away in 1742 in Swansea, Bristol, Massachusetts, USA.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from James Wheaton
This ancestor line traces from From, Vestfold, Norway (1630) to Swansea, Bristol, Massachusetts, United States (1686) across 3 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- James Wheaton (1686–1742) was born in Swansea, Bristol, Massachusetts and died in Swansea, Bristol, Massachusetts, USA. 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 3 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 Wheaton's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record