Ancestry

Introduction

When the final history of the English language is written, the name Howard will stand out as one of the most storied and legendary. This page is my attempt to explore and understand how my family fits into that enduring legacy. Through records of our ancestors, their contributions to history, and our ongoing genealogical efforts, this page reflects our passion for connecting with our roots and preserving the Howard family story for future generations.

As I have been learning more of the family history, it is not enough to simply look at some website and see that some random king or countess was an ancient progenitor. Most of that information is incorrect. However, there are standards for establishing genealogical truth and as I connect another layer deeper, it often leads to eligibility for a new hereditary society. Joining, since verificaiton is required, provides a great check. Plus, I learn something and I get a prize. The gamification of historical research is now.

Hereditary Societies

Many hereditary socities have associated medals. This section provides a ribbon rack for those I am a member of.

Some socities only provide miniature medals, comparable to the miniature medals worn on the military’s dinner dress uniforms. I have included those separately below.

The propensity of hereditary socities to use solid red ribbons may make this difficult.

Precedence Among Hereditary Societies

Precedence among hereditary societies is traditionally based on the order of their founding. Therefore, the memberships above are presented according to this historical order, highlighting the legacy and heritage of each organization.

Complete Hereditary Society Memberships List

The table below lists lineage society memberships associated with the Howard family.

Society Jure Member Number
Nancy Jane Coate (1860)
Samuel R. Hall (1869)
Julia McNeal (1907)
Harry Lee Williams (1907)
Helen Williams (1908)
77
Mina Elizabeth Hall (1888, Paulding County)
Charles Franklin Cavender (1892, Miami County)
Ralph Everett Rees (1916, Shelby County)
Mary Jane Cavender (1918, Montgomery County)
Mina Elizabeth Hall (1888)
101
Henry Cavender (1825)
Jeremiah Cloud (Cordwainer)
535
Mary Jane Cavender (20th Century)
196
Ralph Everett Rees (World War II)
48
Harry Lee Williams (Locomotive Engineer)
120
Jonathan Newman (1768)
891
Edward Teague (1675)
666
Vincent Martin (1841)
Mary Stiles (1841)
William Henry Harrison Martin (1841)
Cordelia Curran (1858)
120
William Rees (1834)
Eunice Marcella Burch (1855)
Thomas Wesley Newman (79th OVI, Company H)
1070
Thornton Williams (1849)
Louisa Hearn (1854)
Sarah Jane Rinehart (1862)