Stephen Bowen 1697–1786
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4 researchers on YourRoots have Stephen Bowen in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 24 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 4 independent trees
Researchers connected through Stephen Bowen 1697–1786
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1697, Stephen Bowen entered the world in Rehoboth, Bristol, Massachusetts, United States, born to thomas bowen and thankful mason. Stephen Bowen passed away in 1786 in Warren, Bristol, Rhode Island, United States.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Stephen Bowen
This ancestor line traces from Normandy, France (1000) to Rehoboth, Bristol, Massachusetts, United States (1697) across 24 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Stephen Bowen (1697–1786) was born in Rehoboth, Bristol, Massachusetts, United States and died in Warren, Bristol, Rhode Island, United States. 4 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, 4 researchers on YourRoots have Stephen 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 24 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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Stephen Bowen's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record