Thomas Wilson

Brief Life History of Thomas

When Thomas Wilson was born on 14 March 1722, in Chester, Pennsylvania, British Colonial America, his father, Christopher Wilson, was 32 and his mother, Esther Woodward, was 24. He married Anne Dixon on 22 September 1743, in New Castle, Delaware, British Colonial America. They were the parents of at least 5 sons and 3 daughters. He died on 26 February 1783, in New Castle, Delaware, United States, at the age of 60.

Photos and Memories (2)

Do you know Thomas? Do you have a story about him that you would like to share? Sign In or Create a FREE Account

Family Time Line

Thomas Wilson
1722–1783
Anne Dixon
1724–1779
Marriage: 22 September 1743
William Wilson
1745–1828
Richard Wilson
1746–
Durnal Wilson
1750–
Elizabeth Wilson
1753–
Thomas Wilson
1758–
Hannah Wilson
1747–
Esther Wilson
1751–1815
George Wilson
1753–1833

Sources (24)

  • Thomas Wilson, "Pennsylvania, Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Births and Baptisms, 1520-1999"
  • Thomas Wilson Jr, "Pennsylvania, Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Marriage Records, 1512-1989"
  • Thomas Wilson in entry for Hannah Backhouse, "Pennsylvania, Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Marriage Records, 1512-1989"

Spouse and Children

World Events (5)

1731 · Willington Founded

In 1731, Willington, Delaware was founded. It was named after Thomas Willing the first land developer in the area. It was later renamed Wilmington.

1754 · French and Indian War in Delaware

From 1754-1763, the French and Indian War took place. The fighting that took place in the area of Delaware was in the upper Delaware River Valley. The Delaware Indians claimed independence from the Iroquois who allied with Britain. In 1755, Delaware attacked the Moravian settlement and Brodhead residence.

1764 · Western Boundary Surveyed

In 1764, Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon surveyed the western boundary of Delaware. This became part of the Mason-Dixon Line.

Name Meaning

English: from the Middle English personal name Will + patronymic -son ‘son of Will’. Will was a very common medieval short form of William . This surname is also very common among African Americans.

Dictionary of American Family Names © Patrick Hanks 2003, 2006.

Possible Related Names

Discover Even More

As a nonprofit, we offer free help to those looking to learn the details of their family story.

Create a FREE Account

Search for Another Deceased Ancestor

Share this with your family and friends.