Calling all Harrington family members

[Cathy in MI USA]

I'd recommend reading "The Harington Family" by Ian Grimble, if you can find a copy second-hand. It's not cheap these days, but well worth it if you want to know more about the noble/gentry Harrington family from Osulf down, including the Lords of Aldingham, the knights of Hornby Castle, the Exton branch, Sir William who bore the Royal Standard at Agincourt in 1415 etc.

Unfortunately, I don't know anything about the noble/gentry or what the difference is. I don't know the significance of title's nor do I know what a "Royal Standard" is. I've always been interested in British culture but I've never had a reason to be curious about the other issues. When studying history, I took everything at face value and never wondered how or why.

Looks like more research is in order.

I wonder if our library would have that book and I'll check on Amazon. Thank you!

 

[Simon Harrington]

Unfortunately, I don't know anything about the noble/gentry or what the difference is. I don't know the significance of title's nor do I know what a "Royal Standard" is. I've always been interested in British culture but I've never had a reason to be curious about the other issues. When studying history, I took everything at face value and never wondered how or why.

Looks like more research is in order.

I wonder if our library would have that book and I'll check on Amazon. Thank you!

Hiya, I was defining nobility as those who bore titles (Lords, Barons, with large estates) and the gentry as those who were landed knights (i.e. Sir Harrington with their own manor or castle) - definitions vary. In medieval England, you would be more likely to hold high public office as a member of the aristocracy or nobility, although the gentry took local government roles too.

Every King would have had a standard bearer, basically someone who held the Royal Flag, into battle.

If you find Grimble's book, I think you'll find it interesting, as it does set the family in the historical context.

 

[Cathy in MI USA]

Hiya, I was defining nobility as those who bore titles (Lords, Barons, with large estates) and the gentry as those who were landed knights (i.e. Sir Harrington with their own manor or castle) - definitions vary. In medieval England, you would be more likely to hold high public office as a member of the aristocracy or nobility, although the gentry took local government roles too.

Every King would have had a standard bearer, basically someone who held the Royal Flag, into battle.

If you find Grimble's book, I think you'll find it interesting, as it does set the family in the historical context.

Thank you. I read a wiki but your explanation is easier to understand.

 

[Duncan Harrington]

I've just found out today that my lineage traces back to England and after searching, "Theophilus Harrington", I came to this forum. I haven't had time to source all my info but it appears at this time that my lineage is:

My Mother Sylvia M. Hadd, daughter of Nellie Harrington, daughter of William Harrington, son of Theophilus Harrington II, son of Theophilus Harrington, son of James Harrington, son of Isaac Harrington, son of Benjamin Harrington, son of, John Harrington, son of John Harrington.

I believe I've traced it to Isaac Harrington at ancestry.com but I've only found the others today. I'm shocked, excited and frankly, mind boggled. I've always wanted to know my ancestry, I only wish my Mom was alive to share this with her.

Does this sound correct to you? Am I on the right track? Thank you for any help, tips or suggestions you may have.

Cathy

Cathy in Michigan,

If your Benjamin is the same Benjamin Harrington born 1618, died in Massachusetts 18 April 1694, then we are distantly related. I can tell you all you are ever likely to want to know about your ancestors in England; far more than will fit in a post on this site. Email me at --------------------- if you are interested.

Hi Duncan your email address has been removed as per site policy. May I suggest you send it in a private message to Cathy.

Duncan Harrington,
Devon, England

 

[Cathy in MI USA]

Cathy in Michigan,

If your Benjamin is the same Benjamin Harrington born 1618, died in Massachusetts 18 April 1694, then we are distantly related. I can tell you all you are ever likely to want to know about your ancestors in England; far more than will fit in a post on this site. Email me at --------------------- if you are interested.

Hi Duncan your email address has been removed as per site policy. May I suggest you send it in a private message to Cathy.

Duncan Harrington,
Devon, England

I received it in my email Duncan and sent a message off to you! Thank you!

 

[DRHarrington]

Hi DRHarrington,

In case you've not come across it here is a link you may find interesting: http://dgmweb.net/DNA/Misc/HarringtonDNA-results-HgI2b1.html

Enjoy your research!
John Harrington

I did find the following - according to Ancestry.com:

Robert Harrington (1616 - 1707) is your 8th great grand uncle

James Harrington (1592 - 1630)
Father of Robert
Benjamin Harrington Hearnden (1618 - 1694)
Son of James
John Harrington (1662 - 1736)
Son of Benjamin Harrington
Jonathan Harrington (1705 - 1785)
Son of John
Stephen Harrington (1740 - 1812)
Son of Jonathan
Stephen Harrington (1778 - 1850)
Son of Stephen
Justin Harrington (1809 - 1880)
Son of Stephen
Eli Harrington (1851 - 1931)
Son of Justin
Elroy Harrington (1895 - 1966)
Son of Eli
Robert E Bob Harrington (1923 - 2005)
Son of Elroy
Ronald Aaron Harrington (1942 - 2011)
Son of Robert E Bob
Daniel Harrington
You are the son of Ronald Aaron

 

[DRHarrington]

Cathy,

Have you had any luck locating the book? I found one on ebay for $120. Eek...

Dan

Unfortunately, I don't know anything about the noble/gentry or what the difference is. I don't know the significance of title's nor do I know what a "Royal Standard" is. I've always been interested in British culture but I've never had a reason to be curious about the other issues. When studying history, I took everything at face value and never wondered how or why.

Looks like more research is in order.

I wonder if our library would have that book and I'll check on Amazon. Thank you!

 

[Simon Harrington]

Cathy,

Have you had any luck locating the book? I found one on ebay for $120. Eek...

Dan

I was lucky and picked one up in York in the 1980s for £2.50. A bargain even then I think.

 

[Cathy in MI USA]

Cathy,

Have you had any luck locating the book? I found one on ebay for $120. Eek...

Dan

Wow - that's quite a find! I had no idea the book was that expensive! As interested as I am in my ancestors, I can't justify it!

 

[Cathy in MI USA]

I was lucky and picked one up in York in the 1980s for £2.50. A bargain even then I think.

I had to go to a calculator which comes to about $4 with the conversion rate now in effect, correct? That would indeed be a bargain, even in the '80's!

 

[Simon Harrington]

I had to go to a calculator which comes to about $4 with the conversion rate now in effect, correct? That would indeed be a bargain, even in the '80's!

I've seen a copy on Amazon UK for £25 (still pricey but may be more affordable). Link is here (I hope I'm allowed to post this, but if not please delete).

Not sure if they can ship overseas but might be worth contacting them?

 

[Cathy in MI USA]

I've seen a copy on Amazon UK for £25 (still pricey but may be more affordable). Link is here (I hope I'm allowed to post this, but if not please delete).

Not sure if they can ship overseas but might be worth contacting them?

Thank you Simon, I will try it!

 

[Simon Harrington]

Thank you Simon, I will try it!

Given the interest in the discovery of Richard III's bones in Leicester in September, I thought this might be of interest, especially for those interested in the Harrington family of Lancashire and Hornby Castle.

http://www.historyextra.com/feature/treachery-what-really-brought-down-richard-iii

 

[Raymondo]

Thank you Simon, I will try it!

I went to my local library in Sussex and they borrowed a copy from Wiltshire County Library for me. May be worth a try in your area

 

[Simon Harrington]

I was recently very surprised to discover a link between my Harrington Family Tree and the Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla.
She and I both descend from Isaac Harrington born 1685.
Isaac Harrington and many generations of his family lived in Great Maplestead, Essex.
He married Martha Elliston on 12th September 1710 at St Giles Church, Great Maplestead.

So, if any of your Harrington relatives are from Great Maplestead, Essex, there is a good chance you too are related to Camilla.
I would love to hear from you.

Out of interest, has Camilla's ancestry been published anywhere? I'd be interested to see how they trace back from Isaac Harrington of Great Maplestead.

 

[sue ault]

Sadly I can only go back to a Jeremiah harrington born 1800, where about unknown. Was a Blacksmith by trade and died 1840 in southwark surrey. He may have married an irish woman Elizabeth Cronin from county cork. I think maybe my harrington's were part of the irish line, I really don't know.
Could you maybe adopt me so my harrington's belong somewhere.





Best wishes


Sue Ault

 

[johniha]

Yes the Harringtons of Great Maplestead are direct descendents from Oswulf

Duncan, I have not been able to trace further back than the Maplestead Harringtons. To say I am curious about possible links further back is putting it mildly, and your statement is so teasing! Would it be possible to provide more info?

John

 

[Simon Harrington]

Given the interest in the discovery of Richard III's bones in Leicester in September, I thought this might be of interest, especially for those interested in the Harrington family of Lancashire and Hornby Castle.

http://www.historyextra.com/feature/treachery-what-really-brought-down-richard-iii

Slightly off topic here but for anyone interested in historical fiction (with the emphasis on "fiction" in this case, I think) you can pre-order this novel about the Hornby Harringtons.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1781593701

 

[SouthernYankee]

Robert Harrington 1616-1707 of Watertown, Massachusetts, is my 9th g-gf. I recently found out the he is part of a DNA lineage from a William Harrington of Essex. Does anyone have dates and lineage for William.
Bob Keniston

 

[horse]

Hi Bob

Welcome to the site.

Good luck with your research.

Geoff