Sir Thomas Townsend 1534–1591
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3 researchers on YourRoots have Sir Townsend in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 3 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 Sir Townsend 1534–1591
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Sir Thomas Townsend began in 1534 in Bracon Ash, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom. Sir Thomas Townsend married lady katherine periente peryent, and had children including henry townsend esquire of blacknashe. Sir Thomas Townsend passed away in 1591 in Bracon Ash, South Norfolk District, Norfolk, England.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Sir Townsend
This ancestor line traces from Twyford, Norfolk, England (1475) to Bracon Ash, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom (1534) across 3 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Sir Townsend (1534–1591) was born in Bracon Ash, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom and died in Bracon Ash, South Norfolk District, Norfolk, England. 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 Sir 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 3 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.
Sir Townsend's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record