Marchioness Gertrude Courtney Lady Exeter 1521–1566
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Marchioness Exeter 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: B — verified across 2 independent trees
Researchers connected through Marchioness Exeter 1521–1566
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Marchioness Gertrude Courtney Lady Exeter began in 1521 in Powderham Castle, Devonshire. Marchioness Gertrude Courtney Lady Exeter married lord sir knight john chichester of raleigh lord high sheriff ii. Marchioness Gertrude Courtney Lady Exeter passed away in 1566 in Colaton Raleigh, Devon, England.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Marchioness Exeter
This ancestor line traces from Powderham, Devon, England (1477) to Powderham Castle, Devonshire, England (1521) across 2 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Marchioness Exeter (1521–1566) was born in Powderham Castle, Devonshire and died in Colaton Raleigh, Devon, England. 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 Marchioness 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.
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Marchioness Exeter's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record