Various dynamics came into play at this point in Cadwallader's (JO-1) life. Some of these factors included economic, legal, social, political, and religious dynamics.
In 1687, the economic [huge debt], and legal [multiple suites] issues had perhaps the greatest role.
The social role had its own impact with the connection of "Capt. John Smith" [Francis Dade (DAD-1) to the relationships that our Cadwallader (JO-1) had with this family. [Yet to be told.]
The political dynamics involved the relationship to the "court party" [strong support for the Monarchy] and the "peoples party" [Parliament], and their continual fight over control of the government. Charles II, and James II had their role to play in the historical context of the day. The "Glorious Revolution" was to happen at this point in the life of our Cadwallader (JO-1). [William and Mary to come front stage.] It was Charles II who rewarded the folks who supported him with the lands of Carolina.
Religious dynamics were ongoing between the Catholics [James II] and Protestants [William and Mary] of the world. The most recent events in the Bahamas brought these issues together.
Putting together the various factors places a historical context around the life of our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1). Understanding these dynamics helps place the story of the Bahamas [starting 1689] in a broader light then the writers of the earliest history books record.
Showing posts with label historical context. Show all posts
Showing posts with label historical context. Show all posts
Saturday, April 11, 2015
Monday, March 9, 2015
Connectors (1)
Our ancestors lived within a historical context. This context will contain a variety of circumstances that will often determine actions and/or behavior. Trying to understand these factors will many times help solve unanswered questions about the family tree. There may be individual, family, social, political, and economic concerns that often have a role in the lives of our folks from the past. The next several post will present "connectors" that will help bridge the period of Cadwallader Jones (JO-1). Between the last recorded event of his life in Virginia (1687), to the first recorded event in his new life of action (1689), the historical context plays a major role.
First, Sir William Berkeley had been governor of Virginia (on and off) since 1642. For many generations, the Berkeley family had been strong supporters of the English monarchy. When Charles II was reinstated in 1660, the Berkeley family was rewarded with the new proprietary colony called "Carolina". Our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) had been a supporter during the difficult time that has come to be called "Bacon's Rebellion" 1676.
During this period, a "proprietor" was one who had the legal right or exclusive title to anything. The grantees of Maryland and Pennsylvania were called the "proprietaries" of these colonial provinces. The proprietors of Carolina included several additional folks besides two Berkeley. One of these individuals was Christopher Monck, 2nd Duke of Albemarle (1653 - 1688). In a reference titled: "The Diary of John Evelyn" [cover shown below], it is recorded on June 12th, 1687 the following:
"There was about this time brought into the Downes, a Vast treasure which after 45 years being sunk in a Spanish Galioon, which perish'd somewhere neere Hispaniola or B[a]hama Illands coming home; was now weighed up, by certain Gentlement and others, who were at the Charge of Diver etc: to the suddaine enriching of them, beyond all expectation: The Duke of Albemarles share came (tis believed) to 50000, and some private Gent: who adventured but 100 pounds and little more, to ten, 18000 pounds, and proportionably; his Majesties tenth to 10000 pounds..." (p.354)
The "B[a]hama Illands" were under the colony of Carolina, and their proprietors. It was this group of folks who were to appoint our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) governor of the Bahama Islands in 1689.
First, Sir William Berkeley had been governor of Virginia (on and off) since 1642. For many generations, the Berkeley family had been strong supporters of the English monarchy. When Charles II was reinstated in 1660, the Berkeley family was rewarded with the new proprietary colony called "Carolina". Our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) had been a supporter during the difficult time that has come to be called "Bacon's Rebellion" 1676.
During this period, a "proprietor" was one who had the legal right or exclusive title to anything. The grantees of Maryland and Pennsylvania were called the "proprietaries" of these colonial provinces. The proprietors of Carolina included several additional folks besides two Berkeley. One of these individuals was Christopher Monck, 2nd Duke of Albemarle (1653 - 1688). In a reference titled: "The Diary of John Evelyn" [cover shown below], it is recorded on June 12th, 1687 the following:
"There was about this time brought into the Downes, a Vast treasure which after 45 years being sunk in a Spanish Galioon, which perish'd somewhere neere Hispaniola or B[a]hama Illands coming home; was now weighed up, by certain Gentlement and others, who were at the Charge of Diver etc: to the suddaine enriching of them, beyond all expectation: The Duke of Albemarles share came (tis believed) to 50000, and some private Gent: who adventured but 100 pounds and little more, to ten, 18000 pounds, and proportionably; his Majesties tenth to 10000 pounds..." (p.354)
The "B[a]hama Illands" were under the colony of Carolina, and their proprietors. It was this group of folks who were to appoint our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) governor of the Bahama Islands in 1689.
Friday, November 21, 2014
Parallel Events
Prior generations are participates in their context of history. Understanding this context will often help one climb out their family tree a little further along the branches. It is especially important in helping one put together the story of our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1).
There were a series of parallel historical events that were important in helping to piece together the family tree. These events were political, religious, social, and economic. How they relate to our family tree will be discussed.
Event(s):
1) Sir Herbert Jefferies was appointed lieutenant governor and commissioner to Virginia in 1677.
He replaced Sir William Berkeley who was strongly supported by our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) during Bacon's Rebellion of 1676. He was a family member to our Cadwallader Jones. (JO-1) The Jefferies and Jones family connect back to North Wales and share a common grandfather.
2) Howard of Effingham (Francis Howard) was sworn in as Governor of Virginia in 1684. A John Trevor was the personal secretary of to this family, and was a family member of Cadwallader Jones (JO-1). Our Jones family tree begins with Tudor Trevor of 900 AD and this John Trevor branch comes through the second son of this Tudor Trevor. Our Jones family come through the youngest son of this Tudor Trevor.
3) James II was crowned King 1685. He was Catholic, and supported the Catholic faith in the religious arena of the day. Our Jones family was Catholic and connected to the Catholic faith in many of the religious events of the time period. This was the connecting point that our Cadwallader had to Maryland.
4) Under James II, Sir George Jefferies was appointed Attorney General of England and played a significant role in the legal processes of the day. He was a descendent of the Jefferies family listed above.
Our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) traveled to England to make the best of the circumstances which surrounded him. In 1687 - 1688, a great deal of religious, political, and social events were under way. It was these connecting relationships that will help explain much of the family tree of our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1). They were certainly "Parallel Events" that were to play an important role.
There were a series of parallel historical events that were important in helping to piece together the family tree. These events were political, religious, social, and economic. How they relate to our family tree will be discussed.
Event(s):
1) Sir Herbert Jefferies was appointed lieutenant governor and commissioner to Virginia in 1677.
He replaced Sir William Berkeley who was strongly supported by our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) during Bacon's Rebellion of 1676. He was a family member to our Cadwallader Jones. (JO-1) The Jefferies and Jones family connect back to North Wales and share a common grandfather.
2) Howard of Effingham (Francis Howard) was sworn in as Governor of Virginia in 1684. A John Trevor was the personal secretary of to this family, and was a family member of Cadwallader Jones (JO-1). Our Jones family tree begins with Tudor Trevor of 900 AD and this John Trevor branch comes through the second son of this Tudor Trevor. Our Jones family come through the youngest son of this Tudor Trevor.
3) James II was crowned King 1685. He was Catholic, and supported the Catholic faith in the religious arena of the day. Our Jones family was Catholic and connected to the Catholic faith in many of the religious events of the time period. This was the connecting point that our Cadwallader had to Maryland.
4) Under James II, Sir George Jefferies was appointed Attorney General of England and played a significant role in the legal processes of the day. He was a descendent of the Jefferies family listed above.
Our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) traveled to England to make the best of the circumstances which surrounded him. In 1687 - 1688, a great deal of religious, political, and social events were under way. It was these connecting relationships that will help explain much of the family tree of our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1). They were certainly "Parallel Events" that were to play an important role.
Friday, March 23, 2012
CJ (9) : Historical Context for 1676
Family trees grow in a variety of soils over distinctive periods of time. It is sort of like growth rings that record a certain time frame of the life of the family tree. Cut in cross section, the family tree may have hundreds of these rings representing different environments. Understanding these "environments" can be the most important way to get a more complete understanding of this family tree. The historical context is one important aspect of these "growth rings", often bringing to life the lives who are represented. Such is the case of Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) and 1676.
Life in Virginia was difficult. The elements of romance are often over played, and the realities of existence in the frontier environment overlooked. The Indian war which began in 1675 has received some attention, but the terror it produced along the Virginia frontier can be misjudged.
A fella named Nathaniel Bacon seemed to get most of the attention, and "Bacon's Rebellion" of 1676 is little understood today. A lack of confidence in the leading Virginia officials [primarily Sir William Berkeley] lead to all kinds of local rebellion and attempts at self protection. In the end, very few folks supported Governor Berkeley in the rebellion. However, our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) was one who did. Along with Robert Beverly, Cadwallader (JO-1) provided military support to the central government. It is this support that needs to be understood to clearly recognize the reasons for the next several documents in the life of Cadwallader Jones (JO-1).
For those interested good reading :
Morton, R.L., Colonial Virginia, Vol. I, The Tidewater Period 1607 - 1710, The University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill, 1960. pp. 240-277.
Wertenbaker, T.J., Bacon's Rebellion, 1676, reprinted for Clearfield Co., Inc., 1993. Originally Published 1957. Jamestown 350th Anniversary Historical Booklet, No. 8.
Life in Virginia was difficult. The elements of romance are often over played, and the realities of existence in the frontier environment overlooked. The Indian war which began in 1675 has received some attention, but the terror it produced along the Virginia frontier can be misjudged.
A fella named Nathaniel Bacon seemed to get most of the attention, and "Bacon's Rebellion" of 1676 is little understood today. A lack of confidence in the leading Virginia officials [primarily Sir William Berkeley] lead to all kinds of local rebellion and attempts at self protection. In the end, very few folks supported Governor Berkeley in the rebellion. However, our Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) was one who did. Along with Robert Beverly, Cadwallader (JO-1) provided military support to the central government. It is this support that needs to be understood to clearly recognize the reasons for the next several documents in the life of Cadwallader Jones (JO-1).
For those interested good reading :
Morton, R.L., Colonial Virginia, Vol. I, The Tidewater Period 1607 - 1710, The University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill, 1960. pp. 240-277.
Wertenbaker, T.J., Bacon's Rebellion, 1676, reprinted for Clearfield Co., Inc., 1993. Originally Published 1957. Jamestown 350th Anniversary Historical Booklet, No. 8.
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