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Joseph Brocklebank 1674–1748

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Why this is a Public Tree Person

Full name consistent across 2 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 2 trees
Death year and location consistent across 2 trees

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Reliability Score: A
Strong — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Joseph Brocklebank 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: A — verified across 2 independent trees, with linked records

Born 28 Nov 1674 · Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts Bay Colony, British Colonial America
Died 21 Apr 1748 · Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts
Father Samuel Brocklebank Senior
Mother Hannah Brocklebank (1684–1732)
Spouse Elizabeth Barker
Children Elizabeth Brocklebank, Hannah Brocklebank, Mary Brocklebank, Moses Brocklebank, Nathan Brocklebank
Siblings Elizabeth Brocklebank, Francis Brocklebank, Hannah Brocklebank, Jane Brocklebank, Mary Brocklebank, Samuel Brocklebank, Sarah Brocklebank

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Biography

In 1674, Joseph Brocklebank entered the world in Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts Bay Colony, British Colonial America, born to samuel brocklebank senior and hannah brocklebank. Joseph Brocklebank married elizabeth barker, and had children including elizabeth brocklebank, hannah brocklebank, mary brocklebank, moses brocklebank, nathan brocklebank. Joseph Brocklebank passed away in 1748 in Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts.

Sources

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    Record American Genealogical-Biographical Index (AGBI)

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    Record Geneanet Community Trees Index

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    Marriage Records U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900

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    Vital Records Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records

  5. 5
    Probate/Wills Essex, Massachusetts Probate Records

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    Probate/Wills Massachusetts, Wills and Probate Records

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    Marriage Records Massachusetts, Marriages

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    Record U.S., Family History Books

Life Timeline

1674
Birth of Joseph Brocklebank in Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts Bay Colony, British Colonial America
Birth
1748
Death of Joseph Brocklebank in Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts
Death
1748
Joseph Brocklebank - Probate in Essex, Massachusetts, USA
Probate

Oldest Ancestor Line from Joseph Brocklebank

This ancestor line traces from Essex, Yorkshire, England (1628) to Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (1674) across 2 generations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Joseph Brocklebank (1674–1748) was born in Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts Bay Colony, British Colonial America and died in Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts. 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 Joseph 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.

Joseph Brocklebank's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Joseph Brocklebank PTP
1674–1748
Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts Bay Colony, British Colonial America
Parents
Unknown
Hannah Brocklebank PTP
1684–1732
Rowley, Essex, Massachusetts Bay Colony, British Colonial America
Grandparents
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown

Joseph Brocklebank's Descendants

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Joseph Brocklebank PTP 1674–1748
  1. 1. Hannah Brocklebank PTP 1684–1732