Sydney Smith Lee 1802–1869
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- C 1 criteria (Basic)
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Sydney Lee in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 11 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 Sydney Lee 1802–1869
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1802, Sydney Smith Lee entered the world in Staatford, Westmoreland, Virginia, born to henry light horse harry iii lee and ann hill carter. Sydney Smith Lee passed away in 1869 in Richland, Alexandria, Virginia.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Sydney Lee
This ancestor line traces from Aylesbury, Surrey, England (1470) to Staatford, Westmoreland, Virginia (1802) across 11 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Sydney Lee (1802–1869) was born in Staatford, Westmoreland, Virginia and died in Richland, Alexandria, Virginia. 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 Sydney 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 11 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.
Sydney Lee's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record