Rachel Povall Bedford 1821–1883
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3 researchers on YourRoots have Rachel Bedford in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 9 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 3 independent trees
Researchers connected through Rachel Bedford 1821–1883
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Immediate Family
Biography
Rachel Povall Bedford was born in 1821 in Bourbon, Kentucky, United States, the child of archibald bedford and letitia clay. Rachel Povall Bedford passed away in 1883 in Seymour, Baylor, Texas, United States.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Rachel Bedford
This ancestor line traces from Dunnington, Lincolnshire, England (1556) to Bourbon, Kentucky, United States (1821) across 9 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Rachel Bedford (1821–1883) was born in Bourbon, Kentucky, United States and died in Seymour, Baylor, Texas, United States. 3 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, 3 researchers on YourRoots have Rachel 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 9 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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Rachel Bedford's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record