A detailed look at the Pound and Kester families and how their Kentucky branch grew to span the United States.
This volume traces ancestry and descendants from early settlers, connecting generations across time and place.
The work focuses on origins in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, the westward migration toward Kentucky, and the spread of descendants into many states. It notes that the collection does not claim to include every related family and explains the author’s purpose and scope, with acknowledgments to many who helped compile the records.
- Traces the ancestors of John Pound (born 1735) and William Kester (born 1733) and their descendants.
- Documents family lines that spread from Kentucky to states across the nation.
- Offers historical context about early settlers and migration patterns.
- Provides acknowledgments and notes about the compilation and sources.
Ideal for genealogists, family historians, and anyone curious about the Pound and Kester legacy.