William Underwood 1609–1697
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12 researchers on YourRoots have William Underwood in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 25 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: September 17, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 12 independent trees
Researchers connected through William Underwood 1609–1697
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of William Underwood began in 1609 in Assington, Suffolk, England. William Underwood passed away in 1697 in Chelmsford, Middlesex, Massachusetts, USA.
Sources
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1Record Geneanet Community Trees Index
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2Burial Records Global, Find a Grave® Index for Burials at Sea and other Select Burial Locations, 1300s-Current
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3Probate/Wills Middlesex County, Massachusetts Probate Index, 1648-1870
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4Immigration U.S. and Canada, Passenger and Immigration Lists Index, 1500s-1900s
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from William Underwood
This ancestor line traces from Mayenne, 53147, Mayenne, Pays de la Loire, France (1000) to Assington, Suffolk, England (1609) across 25 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- William Underwood (1609–1697) was born in Assington, Suffolk, England and died in Chelmsford, Middlesex, Massachusetts, USA. 12 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, 12 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 25 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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William Underwood's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record