James
TAFT
Parents & Family of James TAFT
Explore parents, grandparents, spouses, children, and the family connections surrounding James TAFT.
Born: 9 April 1738 in Uxbridge, Province of Massachusetts Bay
Spouse(s)/Partner(s) and Child(ren):
James married Esther UNKNOWN 19 November 1767 in Uxbridge, Province of Massachusetts Bay . The couple had (at least) 1 child.
Esther UNKNOWN was born 9 January 1747 in Uxbridge, Massachusetts, USA (North Uxbridge). Esther died 3 February 1834 in Uxbridge, Massachusetts, USA (North Uxbridge).
James TAFT died 14 January 1826 in Uxbridge, Massachusetts, USA .
Details of the family tree of James appear below.
Spouse & Children of James TAFT
Esther UNKNOWNMarriage date: 19 November 1767
Marriage place: Uxbridge, Province of Massachusetts Bay
Children of James TAFT and Esther UNKNOWN
Luke TAFTDied: 7 April 1863, Uxbridge, Massachusetts, USA
Add a life event, census record, military record, obituary, achievement, or photograph for James TAFT.
Life & Records
Photos, life events, and historical records for James TAFT.
Records about James TAFT and family appear alongside historical events from the same years. Each item is labeled so you can quickly tell family records from historical context.
Birth — 17389 April 1738
Uxbridge, Province of Massachusetts Bay
1767 Marriage / PartnerJames TAFT and Esther UNKNOWN 19 November 1767, Uxbridge, Massachusetts, USA (North Uxbridge)
He was 29 years old.
1783 Birth of ChildLuke TAFT was born 3 June 1783, Uxbridge, Massachusetts, USA (North Uxbridge)
James was 45 years old.
1784 - The bifocal lens is invented (Benjamin Franklin, United States)The oil lamp is invented (Aimé Argand, Switzerland)
The War of 1812 was a conflict between the United States and Great Britain, lasting from 1812 to 1815. It was primarily fueled by issues such as trade restrictions due to Britain's ongoing war with France, impressment of American sailors into the British Navy, and British support of Native American tribes against American expansion. The war ended with the Treaty of Ghent, restoring pre-war boundaries but resolving few of the initial disputes.
Death — 182614 January 1826
Uxbridge, Massachusetts, USA
He died at the age of 87.
Record added: 9/7/2022 10:29:43 AM
Last updated: 9/7/2022 10:32:36 AM
Explore James TAFT's Family & History
View charts and other tools for this ancestor and family.
The name 'Massachusetts' originates with native Americans in the Massachusetts Bay area (from the language of the Algonquian nation). The name translates roughly as 'at or about the great hill.' (statesymbolsusa.org)1620 - 1627 - Plymouth Colony, New England
1628 - 1686 - Massachusetts Bay Colony
1686 - 1689 - Dominion of New England
1689 - 1692 - Massachusetts Bay Colony
1692 - 1775 - Province of Massachusetts Bay
1776 - 1788 - Crown Colony of Massachusetts Bay
February 6, 1788 - Massachusetts becomes 6th U.S. state
Explore James TAFT's Birthplace
Explore the birthplace and related genealogy.
Not the ancestor you were looking for?
Search for another person or explore genealogy by place.
Search for a Person by Name
Enter as much of the name as you know.
Search by Place
Continue Researching James Taft
Search other genealogy websites using this ancestor's known name, dates, and places.
Sign in to open targeted searches for this ancestor on Find a Grave, FamilySearch, and other collections.
New to GreenerPasture? Joining is free.Gifts & Resources Related to Uxbridge, Massachusetts
Explore local-history books, genealogy resources, and gifts connected with this ancestor's birthplace and family-history research.
Genealogy Gifts from Our Shop
Browse a few family-history favorites, or visit the shop to see the full collection.
Grandma's Memories Hardcover Journal
Genealogy Humor Coffee Mug
Ask Me About My Ancestors Luggage Tag
Genealogy Definition Car Magnet
Questions, Corrections & New Information
Ask a question or share a correction, source, or new detail about James TAFT.
When possible, include names, dates, places, and sources so the information is easier to verify.