Hi....my grandmother was a Gildersleeve born in London but her Father (Harry b1855-1915) came from Saxmundham, Suffolk.
I believe his parents were William Gildersleeves (1813-78) and Sarah Bobbit (1814-86).
I believe William's parents were Robert Gildersleeves (1777- 1834) and I think Mary Whyard (1777-1853). But Roberts death in Stamford, Suffolk says he was 69 years which would mean he was born before my suggested date. I think I have confused the Robert Gildersleeves - there are many of them. I suspect I have missed a generation but I cannot seem to locate it.
I also thought Robert married Mary Whyard but I cannot remember where that info came from and I have not recorded it. Also I have found a record which suggests that a Robert Gildersleeves was married to a Mary Proom - 27/12/1815 ? around the same time as the one I was looking at.. Is he the Robert Gildersleeves who was the Father of William? .....I dont know where to look to find out further information as to:
a) who is the correct Robert Gildersleeves ? ie my gGrandFather's grandfather ?
b) who did he marry ?
c) his antecedents?
d) where can I find a photo of Saxmundham in the 1850's or later ?
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.