Lydia Benson 1736–1814
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Lydia Benson 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: July 22, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 2 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through Lydia Benson 1736–1814
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Lydia Benson began in 1736 in Wareham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. Lydia Benson married henry o wood jr, and had children including samuel wood. Lydia Benson passed away in 1814 in Winthrop, Kennebec, Maine, USA.
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1Record FamilySearch Family Tree
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2Record U.S., Family History Books
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Lydia Benson
This ancestor line traces from Hull, Plymouth, MA (1663) to Rochester, MA (1706) across 2 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Lydia Benson (1736–1814) was born in Wareham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA and died in Winthrop, Kennebec, Maine, 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 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 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.
Related Records
Lydia Benson's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record