I had to change the subtitle of my blog, as I just discovered the amazing recorded history of the Harris family. I've had this little book for awhile, but only skimmed it for references to Sanford Hooper and his line. Little did I know that the real action might be with his wife, Mary Harris!
Record of the Harris Family descended from John Harris Born 1680 in Wiltshire England (1906) contains a detailed record of the ancestry and family of Mary Harris. Mary, born in 1811, was my great-great-great-grandmother. This book is packed full of important people all descended from the two Harris brothers who came to America in 1745 from Ireland. A little confusing to follow all the lines, but a very readable book nonetheless and a great source for fueling an interest in early American history.
The Harris ancestors are genuinely significant in the post-colonial period of America. Revolutionary War heroes left and right! Civil War heroes aplenty! Governor! Aide to President! Doctors and surgeons aplenty! Protector against pirates! Coroner! Professors! Senator! Leaders of Industry! Attorney General! Amazing women! And lots more.
As noted in the previous post, this book is available online (subscription required) at Ancestry.com. You can also get your very own copy for less than $20. What a bargain!
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