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Seven Generations of the Drayton Family

From the Colonial Period to Modern Day


Fourth Generation: 1844-1852

When Charles II died in 1844, the plantation passed to his son, Charles Drayton III (1814-1852). Charles III married Sarah Martha Parker in 1846, and they had two sons. Charles III was 38 when he died.

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First Generation
1738-1784
Second Generation
1784-1820
Third Generation
1820-1844
Fourth Generation
1844-1852
Fifth Generation
1852-1915
Sixth Generation
1915-1969
Seventh Generation
1967-1974