Robert Drake 1581–1668
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18 researchers on YourRoots have Robert Drake in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 6 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 18 independent trees
Researchers connected through Robert Drake 1581–1668
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Robert Drake began in 1581 in Ashe, Devon, England. Robert Drake passed away in 1668 in Hampton, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA.
Sources
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1Burial Records U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current
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2Record U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Applications, 1889-1970
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3Record New England, the Great Migration and the Great Migration Begins
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4Probate/Wills Essex, Massachusetts Probate Records
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5Record GEDCOM file. Imported on 15 June 2022.
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6Record GEDCOM file submitted by Colleen Lee Myhre. Created on 24 MAY 2014. Imported on 27 May 2014.
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7Record OneWorldTree
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8Record The Drake Family of New Hampshire
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Robert Drake
This ancestor line traces from Steeple Ashton, Wiltshire, England (1380) to Ashe, Devon, England (1581) across 6 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Robert Drake (1581–1668) was born in Ashe, Devon, , England and died in Hampton, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA. 18 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, 18 researchers on YourRoots have Robert 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 6 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
Robert Drake's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record