"There were smallpox epidemics in the 1720's and 1730's in Devon - many died, that may be a reason for emigrating to a safer and more healthy climate."
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Dianne Reuby replied to E Frye's discussion Reasons for leaving Devon to America in the group Devon Genealogy
E Frye replied to E Frye's discussion Reasons for leaving Devon to America in the group Devon Genealogy"Thanks to all who have replied to my message. You have given me thought as to why my ancestors left. It may very well have been for religious freedom. Most of his descendents were farmers and still follow that profession today.
Looks like I need to…"
Charles Edward Radford II replied to E Frye's discussion Reasons for leaving Devon to America in the group Devon Genealogy"Mine left Devon in 1719 because their older brother would inherit and they wouldn't. The 2 younger brothers were both weavers and indentured themselves to a landowner in the Maryland Colony for 6-7 years, because they couldn't afford their…"
Janet Few replied to E Frye's discussion Reasons for leaving Devon to America in the group Devon Genealogy"Certainly religion is likely to have been a motivating force at this time. Many of those leaving North Devon in the 1830s-1850s went for similar reasons. Large numbers of Bible Christians left at this time - most ended up in what is now Ontario but…"
"I think you'll have to consider what was going on in Devonshire at the time your ancestors emigrated. Mine came to the US 150 years after yours. He was a Cornwall miner, his wife was from North Devon....no idea how they met. Maybe some reading…"
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Reasons for leaving Devon to America
What were the main reasons for leaving Devon England to come to America? I am new at this type of research as I have done most of my research in America. This possible ancestor arrived in Connecticut around 1640 and moved to Hadley Massachusets by 1659. I am looking for any information on a John Haikes / Hakes / Hawkes who may have come from Devon or Somerset, England. His wife's name was Elizabeth and they had at most 10 children. Any or all help would be appreciated.Thanks.See More
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