This article provides an overview of my Bates lineage. It covers the four generations of the Bates family that I have been able to trace so far, starting in 1795. I have included a brief biographical sketch about each generation and listed other family names connected to the Bates family tree. Read more »about Highlighting My Bates Lineage
Articles Referencing: Bates, Gilbert (b. 1843)
Another Marriage, or Another Gilbert Bates?
In this post, I take a look at Gilbert Bates Jr (1843-1929), a son of my great-great-grandfather Gilbert Bates (1796-1880). He is sometimes shown online as having been married three times. Looking at the records of these marriages revealed some surprising information. Read more »about Another Marriage, or Another Gilbert Bates?
The Children Of Mary Udell
In this post, I will be looking at the children from the two marriages of my 2nd great grandmother Mary Udell. She was married twice, first to Daniel Emery and second to my 2nd great grandfather Gilbert Bates. I have found some confusing information on her children in the online records and family trees. I want to take a more detailed look at some of the records and see if I can determine anything new by connecting information from various sources. Read more »about The Children Of Mary Udell