Otte Wescomb
1520–1561 (Age 41)
Devon, England
The Life Summary of Otte
When Otte Wescomb was born in 1520, in Devon, England, his father, Wescomb, was 17 and his mother, (Mrs) (Mrs) Wescomb, was 13. He died in 1561, in Winsham, Somerset, England, at the age of 41, and was buried in Winsham, Somerset, England.
Photos and Memories (0)
Do you know Otte? Do you have a story about him that you would like to share? Sign In or Create a FREE Account
Family Time Line
Wescomb
1503–
(Mrs) (Mrs) Wescomb
1507–
Otte Wescomb
1520–1561
Parents and Siblings
World Events (2)
1549 · Book of Common Prayer
Age 29
1549 · Book of Common Prayer
Age 29
Book of Common Prayer, a product of the English Reformation, was published in 1549 for assistance in the administration of the sacraments and other rites and ceremonies of the church according to the use of the Church of England. The book outlined morning, evening, and communion prayers and orders for baptism and marriage, thus making England a truly Protestant state.
1558 · Act of Uniformity
Age 38
1558 · Act of Uniformity
Age 38
The Act of Uniformity was passed by the Parliament of England and required all people to go to church once a week. The consequence of not attending church was a fine of 12 pence, which was a considerable amount for a poor person.
Name Meaning
English: see Westcombe .
Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland © University of the West of England 2016
Westcombe
Sources (1)
- Legacy NFS Source: Otte Wescomb - male
Discover Even More
As a nonprofit, we offer free help to those looking to learn the details of their family story.
