This blog is
mostly about the Tufts family in America descended from Peter Tufts who came to
Charlestown Massachusetts from England before 1638. I hope to share many great
stories of Tufts families and individuals. I also will share things I have
found on other Tufts families besides Peter’s many descendants. They include
Tufft families from Ireland and other areas of England and those that remain to
be discovered. I will also explore the many other families related to the Tufts
and share their stories as well. Hopefully this will include the family of my
wife (Toland), and Staples, Bakers and Cummings from my mother’s ancestry.
Much of the
information I have found on the Tufts comes from the research of Herbert Adams
whose work was published by the Tufts Kinsmen Association in 2010 and his
earlier edition of Tufts Kinsmen. Other
resources will be credited for readers to discover original records. I try to
be as thorough as possible in my research and will indicate anything less than
fact. I have found that to be accurate, one has to see the original records and
verify their accuracy. If errors exist I am always receptive to correction.
I hope people will
feel free to comment on my blog and share information with others. If you feel
you have a blog idea for me please let me know. There are many stories out
there waiting to be shared. I will try and attend this at least once a week,
but I know that may be affected by my many other interests.
I am Thomas Tufts.
I grew up in Exeter NH and currently reside in Raymond NH. After 30 years of
firefighting, I now enjoy my retirement by researching family history,
specializing in the military Tufts and my direct ancestors to Peter Tufts, the
immigrant. Please enjoy these stories about the Tufts and other families.
