Tag Archives: Family History

Almost Canadian?

Posted on July 25, 2012 by vanbraman

I re-discovered something interesting while doing research for my post on Stephen Jenks. Anna, the sister of Stephen Jenks,  is my 5th great-grandmother.  Anna married Joseph Braman, who is currently my earliest verified Braman ancestor. I have known for a … Continue reading →

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Stephen Jenks – Singing Master

Posted on July 22, 2012 by vanbraman

Religion in Family History Stephen Jenks was an early American composer of sacred music, a compiler of tunebooks and a traveling music teacher. Stephen was born on March 17, 1772 in Gloucester, Rhode Island to John Jenks and Lydia Bucklin. … Continue reading →

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