Seth Howland 1677–1729
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Seth Howland 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 2 independent trees
Researchers connected through Seth Howland 1677–1729
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Seth Howland began in 1677 in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. Seth Howland passed away in 1729 in Middleboro, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
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1Record American Genealogical-Biographical Index (AGBI)
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2Record Family Data Collection - Individual Records
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3Marriage Records U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900
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4Burial Records Web: Massachusetts, Find A Grave Index, 1620-2013
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5Record Mayflower Births and Deaths, Vol. 1 and 2
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6Vital Records Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Seth Howland
This ancestor line traces from Cley, Norfolk, England (1515) to Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA (1677) across 6 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Seth Howland (1677–1729) was born in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA and died in Middleboro, Plymouth, Massachusetts, 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 Seth 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
Seth Howland's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record