John Anderson 1665–1727
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4 researchers on YourRoots have John Anderson 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 4 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through John Anderson 1665–1727
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1665, John Anderson entered the world in Herring Creek Parish, Anne Arundel, Maryland, USA, born to john anderson and marion margery pollock anderson. John Anderson married elizabeth pratt, and had children including john jacob anderson. John Anderson passed away in 1727 in Anne Arundel, MD, USA.
Sources
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1Record Geneanet Community Trees Index
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2Record Netherlands, GenealogieOnline Trees Index
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from John Anderson
This ancestor line traces from Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland (1588) to Herring Creek Parish, Anne Arundel, Maryland, USA (1665) across 3 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- John Anderson (1665–1727) was born in Herring Creek Parish, Anne Arundel, Maryland, USA and died in Anne Arundel, MD, USA. 4 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, 4 researchers on YourRoots have John 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.
John Anderson's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record