Trace the generations of George Holmes of Roxbury, from a 16th‑century English birth to his many descendants in New England.
This nonfiction volume gathers documented lines of descent, backed by parish, town, and probate records, with biographical detail and careful notes. It offers a clear path through centuries of family history, showing how one early settler’s line spread across New England.
Readers will find the book’s research approach explained, including the author’s efforts to verify information and correct common traditions. The work is grounded in original records and personal correspondence, presenting a careful, accessible portrait of a New England family.
- Documented lineages tracing generations of Holmes descendants
- Guidance on genealogical sources such as parish and court records
- Notes on spelling variations and immigration patterns
- Biographical sketches that illuminate life in early Roxbury and beyond
Ideal for genealogy enthusiasts and anyone curious about the Holmes family and New England ancestry.