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Dec 28, 2023 · John Wadleigh, planter, was born in Bristol, Gloucestershire, England by 1607 based on the estimated age of his son Robert. His place of birth was recorded in his daughters baptism record (see below). He arrived in Saco, Maine by 1636 and eventually removed to Wells where he died.
- Male
- July 3, 1672
- Mary (Unknown) Wadleigh
Feb 22, 2019 · This article is written in memory of Rear Admiral John R. Wadleigh, who was a close friend of the Newport Historical Society. A member of the Board of Directors since 1979, he became Treasurer in 1981, a regular contributor to Newport History and member of the editorial committee.
- John B Hattendorf
- 1993
John R. Wadleigh. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy with the Class of 1937, Captain Wadleigh served in the USS Yorktown (CV-5), Portland (CA-33), Pensacola (CA-24), Honolulu (CL-48), and Guam (CB-2) during World War II. He commanded the USS John R. Pierce (DD-753) during 1950 and 1951.
Note*: John Wadleigh was an early immigrant to Maine, appearing in records there from 1635 through 1663. He probably came from Bristol England, and quite possibly was in Maine by June 1630. He resided first at the Saco River, and then in the town of Wells. His lands were granted by explorer Richard Vines on behalf of patentee Sir Ferdinando Gorges.
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