Discover the Chapin genealogy, a thorough journey into one family's roots starting with Dea. Samuel Chapin in 1642 Springfield.
This large, carefully organized work gathers descendants of the Chapin line, including both male and female lines, and shapes them into a single, readable sequence. It also weaves in early Springfield history, offering context for the family’s place in local life. The compiler notes his method, explains the numbering and spelling choices, and acknowledges the ongoing effort to keep the record accurate.
What you’ll experience
- A structured lineage with generation numbers, head-of-family, children, and notes
- Extensive tables showing marriages, births, and notable connections
- Editorial remarks on sources, transcription choices, and historical sketches
- A sense of the family’s spread from Springfield to surrounding towns and beyond
Ideal for readers of genealogy and local history who want a clear, readable reference to the Chapin descendants and their place in early New England life.