William Bradford 1654–1687
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- A 3 criteria (Strong)
- B 2 criteria (Medium)
- C 1 criteria (Basic)
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13 researchers on YourRoots have William Bradford in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 22 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: July 22, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 13 independent trees
Researchers connected through William Bradford 1654–1687
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of William Bradford began in 1654 in Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. William Bradford passed away in 1687 in Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States.
Sources
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1Record 658.ftw
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2Record 672.ftw
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3Record FamilySearch Family Tree
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4Record World Family Tree Vol. 5, Ed. 1
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from William Bradford
This ancestor line traces from Préaux-Bocage, Calvados, Normandy, France (1004) to Plymouth, MA (1654) across 22 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- William Bradford (1654–1687) was born in Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States and died in Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. 13 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, 13 researchers on YourRoots have William 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 22 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.
William Bradford's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record