John Cleveland 1722–1799
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- A 3 criteria (Strong)
- B 2 criteria (Medium)
- C 1 criteria (Basic)
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- Descendant's record available
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4 researchers on YourRoots have John Cleveland 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: B — verified across 4 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through John Cleveland 1722–1799
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of John Cleveland began in 1722 in Canterbury, Conn. John Cleveland passed away in 1799 in Ipswich, Essex, Mass.
Sources
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1Record North America, Family Histories
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2Record 4800.FTW
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3Record Cindy2.FTW
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4Record Compiled by Helen (Burgess) Lindhorst, <i>Genealogical Study of the Family of Josiah Fisher, Wilson Sanborn & Alberteen Adelaide Eaton</i> (Privately published, 1978 revised 1993)
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from John Cleveland
This ancestor line traces from Monks Eleigh, Suffolk, England (1274) to Canterbury, Windham Co, Connecticut (1722) across 16 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- John Cleveland (1722–1799) was born in Canterbury, Conn and died in Ipswich, Essex, Mass. 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 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.
John Cleveland's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record