Lydia Ballard 1657–1727
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4 researchers on YourRoots have Lydia Ballard in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 11 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
Researchers connected through Lydia Ballard 1657–1727
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1657, Lydia Ballard entered the world in Andover, Essex, Massachusetts, born to william ballard and grace berwick. Lydia Ballard passed away in 1727 in Chelmsford, Middlesex, Massachusetts.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Lydia Ballard
This ancestor line traces from Somerset, England (1298) to Andover, Essex, Massachusetts Bay Colony, British Colonial America (1657) across 11 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Lydia Ballard (1657–1727) was born in Andover, Essex, Massachusetts and died in Chelmsford, Middlesex, Massachusetts. 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 Lydia 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 11 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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Lydia Ballard's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record