Description
Book Synopsis: This book documents the journey of seven generations of the Hewitt family from the 1600s in colonial Maryland to the early twentieth century in Ohio. It follows one line, including siblings, as they headed west just prior to the Revolutionary War and settled for a generation in western Pennsylvania. You will meet Jacob Hewitt, an indentured servant who made good by marrying into the Maryland gentry. His land legacy in western Pennsylvania allowed his sons Robert, Richard and Ephraim to move west into Ohio and Tennessee where one became a frontier judge and the others made their living as farmers, innkeepers and tradesmen. One son fought in the Revolutionary War, and the next generation served in the War of 1812. Hewitt women nursed children through fevers and epidemics, endured loneliness and above all, faced death as part of life. Those who married into the Hewitt family include the Cochran, Davis, Durham, Edwards, Fisher, Gaither, Gulick, Hall, Hull, Jacks, Kennedy, Kenny, Kyle, Morrison, Piersol, Schmidt, Terhune, Williamson and Wood families. Additional lines are the Ackerman, Bell, Bishop, Chandler, DeHart, Elder, Gaither, Hartshorn, Pierpont, Selover, Shute, Smithson, Sturm, Thompson, Warfield and Wyckoff families. Numerous vintage photographs, maps and a fullname index enhance the text. 2005, 6x9, paper
Read more
Details
Discover the rich history of the Hewitt Family and their Allied Families with our captivating book, "Hewitt Family of Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, and Allied Families." This compelling read takes you on a remarkable journey through seven generations, from colonial Maryland in the 1600s to early twentieth-century Ohio.
Follow the intriguing story of Jacob Hewitt, an indentured servant who defied all odds by marrying into the Maryland gentry. His family's legacy became the stepping stone for his sons Robert, Richard, and Ephraim, who ventured westward just before the Revolutionary War. Settling in western Pennsylvania for a generation, they laid the foundation for future generations to move to Ohio and Tennessee.
Immerse yourself in the lives of these intrepid pioneers as they navigate the challenges of the frontier. One son becomes a respected frontier judge, while others make their living as farmers, innkeepers, and skilled tradesmen. Their unwavering spirit is reflected in the mark they leave on America's history.
Witness the bravery of the Hewitt women who stood by their families through thick and thin. From nursing children through fevers and epidemics to enduring loneliness, they faced hardship with unwavering strength. Death was an ever-present reality, but it served as a reminder of the preciousness of life.
Joining the Hewitt family tree are the Cochran, Davis, Durham, Edwards, Fisher, Gaither, Gulick, Hall, Hull, Jacks, Kennedy, Kenny, Kyle, Morrison, Piersol, Schmidt, Terhune, Williamson, and Wood families, among others. This interconnected web of relationships paints a vivid picture of the larger community's bond.
Enhancing the engrossing narrative, you'll find numerous vintage photographs, maps, and a comprehensive fullname index. Immerse yourself in a captivating saga of exploration, resilience, and the enduring power of family.
Order your copy of "Hewitt Family of Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, and Allied Families" today and embark on an unforgettable journey through time. Preserve the legacy and stories of these remarkable families that have shaped our nation's history.
Discover More Best Sellers in Genealogy
Shop Genealogy
Westfall Cemetery, Copley Township, Knox County, Illinois: Cemetery Layout
$13.00
Genealogy - Westfall Cemetery, Copley Township, Knox County, Illinois: Cemetery Layout
The Bigod Earls of Norfolk in the Thirteenth Century
$23.94
Genealogy - The Bigod Earls of Norfolk in the Thirteenth Century
A Journey to Spirit Plant Medicine: San Pedro and Ayahuasca
$15.99
Genealogy - A Journey to Spirit Plant Medicine: San Pedro and Ayahuasca
$21.95
Genealogy - The American Evasion of Philosophy: A Genealogy of Pragmatism (Wisconsin Project on American Writers)
$19.99
Genealogy - Tell Me Your Life Story, Nana: A Grandmother’s Guided Journal and Memory Keepsake Book (Tell Me Your Life Story® Series Books)
$8.95
Genealogy - Genealogy Organizer - A Genealogy Notebook With Genealogy Charts And Forms, Family Tree Chart Book: Genealogy Gift For Family History Buff & ... (Genealogy Organizer Charts and Forms)
