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Joseph Small 1750–1828

Public Tree Person

What is a Public Tree Person?

A Public Tree Person is an ancestor documented independently by multiple YourRoots tree owners. When several researchers' family histories converge on the same person, we publish a shared page that combines what they've documented.

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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B Reliability
B
Reliability Score: B
Medium — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
  • Record available
  • Descendant's record available
  • Star tree owner

2 researchers on YourRoots have Joseph Small in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 8 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 2 independent trees

Born 13 Jul 1750 · Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, USA
Died 23 Jun 1828 · Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, USA
Father John Smalley Small
Mother Sarah Lewis (1729–1810)
Siblings Betty Small, Hannah Small, John Small, Joshua Small, Lucia Small, Mercy Small, Nathaniel Small, Priscilla Small, Sarah Small

Researchers connected through Joseph Small 1750–1828

and 1 more tree owner connected with Joseph Small 1750–1828

Immediate Family

Spouse(s)
No spouse recorded
Children
No children recorded

Biography

In 1750, Joseph Small entered the world in Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, USA, born to john smalley small and sarah lewis. Joseph Small passed away in 1828 in Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, USA.

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Life Timeline

1750
Birth of Joseph Small in Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, USA
Birth
1828
Death of Joseph Small in Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, USA
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Joseph Small

This ancestor line traces from Upper Clatford, Hampshire, England (1550) to Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, USA (1750) across 8 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

Joseph Small (1750–1828) was born in Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, USA and died in Truro, Barnstable, 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 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 8 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 Small's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Joseph Small PTP
1750–1828
Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, USA
Parents
Unknown
Sarah Lewis PTP
1729–1810
Truro, Barnstable County, Massachusetts, USA
Grandparents
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Elizabeth Rogers PTP
1639–1677
Eastham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States of America

Joseph Small's Descendants

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Joseph Small PTP 1750–1828