YourRoots by Genomelink
banner

Sign up to explore more

Create a free account to navigate family trees, view ancestors, and discover connections.

Charles Rodney Benson 1870–1955 – Genealogical Records

Birth Date: 19 Mar 1870

Birth Location: Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA

Death Date: 1955

Death Location: Seattle, King, Washington, USA

Father: Captain Benson

Mother: Elizabeth Sadler

Spouse(s):

Children(s):

In 1870, Charles Rodney Benson entered the world in Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA, born to Captain Freeland Howe Benson And Elizabeth Hannah Sadler. In 1870, Charles Rodney Benson resided in Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA. In 1880, Charles Rodney Benson resided in Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA. Charles Rodney Benson passed away in 1955 in Seattle, King, Washington, USA.

Find more search results for Charles Benson
CB

Reliability Score

This score reflects the reliability of the source family tree. A high rating indicates a trustworthy source with strong data consistency.

Reliability Score:
A
Criteria:
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
  • N/A 0 criteria (Insufficient)

This tree's reliability score:

  • Record available
  • Descendant's record available
  • Star tree owner

Biography

  • In 1870, Charles Rodney Benson entered the world in Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA, born to Captain Freeland Howe Benson And Elizabeth Hannah Sadler.
  • In 1870, Charles Rodney Benson resided in Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA.
  • In 1880, Charles Rodney Benson resided in Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA.
  • Charles Rodney Benson passed away in 1955 in Seattle, King, Washington, USA.

Immediate Family

Parents

Spouses(s)

Children(s)

Charles Benson's Ancestors

Self
Charles Benson
1870–1955
Birth Place: Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA
Parents
Captain Freeland Howe Benson
1835–1911
Maine, USA
Elizabeth (Hannah) Sadler
1843–1926
Swans Island, Hancock County, Maine, USA
Grandparents
Jeptha Benson
1759–1859
Cumberland, Maine, USA
Mary (Ann) Kench
1791–1874
Brooksville, Hancock County, Maine, USA
Thomas Sadler
1805–1868
Georgetown, Sagadahoc, Maine, USA
Hannah Hunter
1806–1897
Georgetown, Sagadahoc, Maine, USA
Great-Grandparents
Elnathan Benson
1730–1814
Sarah Gibbs
1744–1823
Thomas Kinch
1747–1831
Jane Maker
1768–1795
John Sadler
1766–1844
Lydia Bond
1772–1837
Thomas Hunt
1772–
Mary Cromwell
1779–1848
2nd-Great-Grandparents
Joseph Benson
1697–1735
Jerusha Ellis
1701–1741
Thomas "Kinch"
1710–1750
Susannah Alden
1706–1758
John Jr.
1716–1781
Thomas Bond
1739–1798
Lydia Newton
1743–1824
David Hunt
1750–1827
Sarah Harford
1752–1825

Charles Benson's Timeline

4 Records

1870
19 Mar 1870
Birth of Charles Rodney Benson in Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA
Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA
1870
1870
Charles Rodney Benson resided here in Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA
Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA
1880
1880
Age 10
Charles Rodney Benson resided here in Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA
Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA
1955
1955
Age 85
Death of Charles Rodney Benson in Seattle, King, Washington, USA
Seattle, King, Washington, USA

Sources

    Genealogy Event 1
    Event Type: Birth
    Event Date: 19 Mar 1870
    Event Place: Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA
    Record Source:
    [1] U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Applications, 1889-1970, Volume: 112
    [2] 1880 United States Federal Census, Year: 1880; Census Place: Swans Island, Hancock, Maine; Roll: 480; Page: 292C; Enumeration District: 153
    [3] 1870 United States Federal Census, Year: 1870; Census Place: Swans Island, Hancock, Maine; Roll: M593_545; Page: 699B; Family History Library Film: 552044

    Genealogy Event 2
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1870
    Event Place: Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA
    Record Source: 1870 United States Federal Census, Year: 1870; Census Place: Swans Island, Hancock, Maine; Roll: M593_545; Page: 699B; Family History Library Film: 552044

    Genealogy Event 3
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1880
    Event Place: Swans Island, Hancock, Maine, USA
    Record Source: 1880 United States Federal Census, Year: 1880; Census Place: Swans Island, Hancock, Maine; Roll: 480; Page: 292C; Enumeration District: 153

    Genealogy Event 4
    Event Type: Death
    Event Date: 1955
    Event Place: Seattle, King, Washington, USA

About YourRoots

Family Tree Map

Explore your family tree geographically

Import your GEDCOM file to transform your family tree into an interactive global map. See your roots laid out visually and understand your true geographic heritage.

Powerful tools like "Trace Back To Me" instantly map your family's migration paths from a chosen ancestor all the way back to you.

LEARN MORE
AI Genealogy Research

Discover ancestors beyond "end-of-line" automatically

Import your family tree and let AI expand it for you. AI Ancestor Finder scans "end-of-line" ancestors to uncover their parents across hundreds of family lines at once. AI Deep Research analyzes selected ancestors and family clusters, suggesting relevant records and next steps.

Turn on Auto Research Mode to get new discoveries daily or weekly, so your tree keeps growing even while you're away.

LEARN MORE
DNA Match

Find more DNA matches across all DNA tests

Combine your DNA data with your family tree to unlock the full power of YourRoots DNA Match. Connect with relatives across major testing services — Ancestry, 23andMe, MyHeritage, and more.

View your matches' maps and trees to identify shared ancestors, and soon you'll be able to add them directly to your own tree and map.

LEARN MORE
Ancestry Reports

Ancestry DNA analysis that goes deeper than others

Unlock exclusive reports that reveal your deeper origins.

  • Deep Ancestry Report — Analyze 130+ ethnicities, sub-regions, and 1,800+ communities in one detailed view.
  • Global & Native American Reports — Developed with Stanford researchers to uncover hidden ancestries across all 22 chromosomes.
  • Ancient DNA Series — Compare your DNA with 1,000+ ancient genomes from Viking, Celtic, and early American civilizations.
LEARN MORE