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Michael Metcalf 1587–1664

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 11 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 11 trees
Death year and location consistent across 11 trees

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B Reliability
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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
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11 researchers on YourRoots have Michael Metcalf 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 11 independent trees

Born 17 Jun 1587 · Tatterford, Norfolk, England
Died 24 Dec 1664 · Dedham, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA
Father Rev Leonard Metcalf Cambridge St Johns
Mother Amy Thursby
Siblings Jeffrey Metcalf De Ryppon, John Metcalf, Marie Metcalf, Matthew Metcalf, Nicholas Metcalf, Nynian Metcalf, Robert Metcalfe
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Immediate Family

Spouse(s)
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Children
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Biography

The story of Michael Metcalf began in 1587 in Tatterford, Norfolk, England. Michael Metcalf passed away in 1664 in Dedham, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA.

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Life Timeline

1587
Birth of Michael Metcalf in Tatterford, Norfolk, England
Birth
1664
Death of Michael Metcalf in Dedham, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Michael Metcalf

This ancestor line traces from Of Breare Park, Yorkshire, ENGLAND (1519) to Tatterford, Norfolkshire, ENGLAND (1587) across 2 generations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Michael Metcalf (1587–1664) was born in Tatterford, Norfolk, England and died in Dedham, Norfolk, Massachusetts, USA. 11 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, 11 researchers on YourRoots have Michael 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

Rev Leonard Metcalf Cambridge St Johns
Father
Amy Thursby
Mother

Michael Metcalf's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

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Michael Metcalf PTP
1587–1664
Tatterford, Norfolk, England
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Michael Metcalf's Descendants

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Michael Metcalf PTP 1587–1664