EAMES, Millicent
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1. EAMES, Millicent was born in 1615 (daughter of EAMES, Anthony Capt and PIERCE, Margery); died on 8 Feb 1695 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
Other Events and Attributes:
- Differentiator: The Great Migration; Immigrant
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Birth:
Fordington, Dorset, EnglandMillicent married SPRAGUE, Captain William on 26 May 1635 in Charlestown, Suffolk, Massachusetts, USA. William (son of SPRAGUE, Edward and HOLLAND, Christiana) was born on 26 Oct 1609 in Upwey, Dorset, England; died on 26 Oct 1675 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
Children:- SPRAGUE, Joanna was born on 16 Dec 1644 in Hingham, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, USA; died on 11 Jul 1678 in Watertown, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, USA.
- SPRAGUE, Jonathan was born on 28 May 1648 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA; died on 10 Apr 1756 in Smithfield, Providence, Rhode Island, USA.
- SPRAGUE, Anthony was born on 23 May 1636 in Charlestown, Suffolk, Massachusetts, USA; died on 3 Sep 1719 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
- SPRAGUE, John was born on 23 May 1638 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA; died on 11 Aug 1669 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
- SPRAGUE, John was born on 24 May 1640 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA; died on 16 Dec 1703 in Mendon, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA.
- SPRAGUE, Persis was born on 12 Nov 1643 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA; died in 1644 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
- SPRAGUE, Samuel was born on 24 May 1640 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA; died on 4 Jul 1647 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
- SPRAGUE, Mary was born on 25 Apr 1652 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA; died on 1 Dec 1711 in Watertown, Middlesex, Massachusetts, USA.
- SPRAGUE, Elizabeth was born on 2 May 1641 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA; died in 1684 in Massachusetts, USA.
- SPRAGUE, Jonathan was born on 20 Mar 1642 in Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA; died on 4 Jul 1647 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
- SPRAGUE, William was born on 7 May 1650 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA; died on 26 Sep 1723 in Providence, Providence, Rhode Island, USA.
- SPRAGUE, Hannah was born on 25 Feb 1654 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA; died on 31 Mar 1658 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
2. EAMES, Anthony Capt was born on 1 Dec 1595 in Fordington, St. George, Dorset, England (son of EAMES, Thomas and BREWSTER, Millicent); died on 6 Oct 1686 in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
Other Events and Attributes:
- Differentiator: The Great Migration; Immigrant
- Great Migration: https://www.americanancestors.org/DB115/rd/7373/387/235160237
- Web Address: https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Eames-2
Notes:
Capt. Anthony Eames, the youngest of Thomas and Millicent Eames’ five children, embarked on a transformative journey from England to America in 1633. At about 23, upon his father's death in 1618, Anthony's life took a decisive turn. His active involvement in local affairs as Churchwarden and Constable of Fordington Manor was a prelude to his decision to emigrate, inspired by letters from his sister-in-law Alice's brothers, who were among the early settlers in Charlestown.
Sailing on the "Recovery" from Weymouth on March 31, 1633, Anthony, his wife Margery, and their children, including their last child Abigail born around 1632, arrived in New England. They first settled in Charlestown, where Anthony, alongside the Sprague brothers, signed the “Selectmen Government Agreement” in February 1634/5.
The family soon moved to Hingham in 1636, receiving a plot of land. Anthony quickly became a prominent figure, representing Hingham in the general court and engaging in community leadership. His military experience in England translated well into his role in New England, where he was appointed Lieutenant in the Hingham Train Band and later Captain. He was actively involved in the defense and development of the town, from signing the charter for the 'Military Company of Massachusetts' in 1638 to operating the first Corn Mill in Hingham in 1643.
In 1645, Anthony was central to a controversial incident in Hingham, leading to community divisions and even affecting the political climate in Boston. Despite this, he continued his service, moving to Marshfield Hills in Plymouth Colony in 1651, where he purchased land and became a respected member of the community. He served as a deputy to the general court and was involved in significant projects like demarcating the boundary between Massachusetts Bay and Plymouth Colonies.
Capt. Anthony Eames' dedication to public service was recognized in 1659 when he petitioned for compensation for his efforts in running the boundary line, a request that was honored by the Massachusetts Bay Legislature.
Margery, his steadfast companion, passed away in 1662 in Marshfield. Anthony lived until 1686, reaching the age of 91.Anthony married PIERCE, Margery in 1615 in Dorset, England. Margery was born in 1597; died on 31 Dec 1662 in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
3. PIERCE, Margery was born in 1597; died on 31 Dec 1662 in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
Other Events and Attributes:
- Differentiator: The Great Migration; Immigrant
Notes:
Birth:
Fordingham, Dorset, EnglandChildren:
- 1. EAMES, Millicent was born in 1615; died on 8 Feb 1695 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
- EAMES, John was born on 22 Jan 1619 in Dorset, England; died on 29 Nov 1641 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
- EAMES, Mark was born about 1617; died in 1693 in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
- EAMES, Margery was born on 5 Dec 1630; died on 7 Apr 1659 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
- EAMES, Elizabeth was born on 11 Jun 1624; died on 10 Jun 1692 in Lancaster, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA.
- EAMES, Persis was born on 28 Oct 1621; died on 31 Dec 1662 in Hingham, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
- EAMES, Justus was born on 29 Apr 1627 in Dorset, England; died in 1706 in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.
Generation: 3
4. EAMES, Thomas was born in 1548; died on 25 Jun 1618. Notes:
Birth:
Fordington, Dorset, England
Died:
Fordington, Dorset, EnglandThomas married BREWSTER, Millicent on 26 Jun 1573 in Saint George, Dorset, England. Millicent was born in 1552; died on 23 May 1614 in Fordington, Lincolnshire, England. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]
5. BREWSTER, Millicent was born in 1552; died on 23 May 1614 in Fordington, Lincolnshire, England. Notes:
Birth:
Fordington, Dorset, EnglandChildren:
- 2. EAMES, Anthony Capt was born on 1 Dec 1595 in Fordington, St. George, Dorset, England; died on 6 Oct 1686 in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA.