Joseph Belt Jr 1717–1761
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Joseph Jr in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 7 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 Joseph Jr 1717–1761
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1717, Joseph Belt Jr entered the world in Leeland, Prince George's, Maryland, United States, born to col joseph belt sr and esther hester beall belt. Joseph Belt Jr passed away in 1761 in Upper Marlboro, Prince George's, Maryland, United States.
Sources
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1Record Colonial Families of the USA
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2Record Maryland Census, 1772-1890
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3Record Mullikins of Maryland : an account of the descendants of James Mullikin of the western shore of Maryland
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Joseph Jr
This ancestor line traces from Hampshire, England (1555) to Leeland, Prince George's, Maryland, United States (1717) across 7 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Joseph Jr (1717–1761) was born in Leeland, Prince George's, Maryland, United States and died in Upper Marlboro, Prince George's, Maryland, United States. 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 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 7 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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Joseph Jr's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record