The Wights: A Record Of Thomas Wight Of Dedham And Medfield And Of His Descendants, 1635-1890 (1890) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169776463)

The Wights: A Record Of Thomas Wight Of Dedham And Medfield And Of His Descendants, 1635-1890 is a genealogical book written by William Ward Wight and published in 1890. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Wight family, tracing their lineage from Thomas Wight of Dedham and Medfield, who arrived in America in 1635, up until the year of publication. The book is divided into several sections, beginning with an introduction that provides some historical context for the Wight family and their place in American history. From there, the book delves into the genealogy of the family, starting with Thomas Wight and his immediate descendants. The author includes detailed information about each member of the family, including their birth and death dates, their spouses and children, and any notable accomplishments or events in their lives. Throughout the book, the author also includes various historical documents and records, such as wills, deeds, and census records, that help to flesh out the story of the Wight family and provide additional context for their lives. The book also includes several appendices that provide additional information and context, such as a list of Wight family members who served in the Revolutionary War, and a list of Wight family members who were buried in various cemeteries throughout Massachusetts. Overall, The Wights: A Record Of Thomas Wight Of Dedham And Medfield And Of His Descendants, 1635-1890 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in genealogy, particularly those with a connection to the Wight family. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the family's history, and is sure to be a valuable resource for researchers and historians for years to come.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William Ward Wight
ISBN-10: 1169776469
ISBN-13: 9781169776463
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 372
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.53lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.88d