Here you will find information about our earliest settlers, their families, lives and hardships they endured.
How it began and why you're here...
Readfield, Kennebec County, Maine was originally incorporated in 1771 as part of Winthrop. Twenty years later residents voted almost unanimously to separate from Winthrop, and Readfield became incorporated on March 11, 1791. Welcome to this web site where you will meet the courageous men and women who founded our town.
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
PRESCOTT, Jedediah
Jedediah Prescott was a surveyor in this area and his name appears on many old maps. He was Nathaniel Whittier's father-in-law. We will be back with more about him so stay the course - don't get lost and remember to come back soon!
My 5th great-grandfather.
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