Brief Life History of Matilda
Matilda Bonnifield was born in Kentucky, United States. She married Caleb Montague Embree on 25 December 1833, in Hendricks, Indiana, United States. They were the parents of at least 7 sons and 3 daughters. She lived in Monroe Township, Monroe, Missouri, United States in 1850. She died in 1857, in Kentucky, United States.
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Sources (4)
- Matilda Embree in household of Caleb M Embree, "United States Census, 1850"
- Matilda Bonnifield, "Indiana Marriages, 1811-2007"
- Matilda Bonnefield, "Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959"
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Children (10)
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World Events (6)
1776
Thomas Jefferson's American Declaration of Independence endorsed by Congress. Colonies declare independence.
1792 · Becomes the 15th State
On June 1, 1792, Kentucky became the 15th state. It was the first state west of the Appalachian Mountains
1801 · Cane Ridge Revival
The Cane Ridge Revival took place for six days in Cane Ridge, Kentucky. From August 6, 1801- August 12 or 13, 1801, around 20 thousand people gathered together for what was called the Second Great Awakening.
Name Meaning
Altered form of English Bonfield .
Dictionary of American Family Names © Patrick Hanks 2003, 2006.
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