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Hon. Edward Byam Governor of the Leewards
Profile & Legacies Summary
???? - 1741
Biography
Son of William Byam (1622-c.1670), and resident slave-owner on Antigua.
Will of Hon. Edward Byam sen. of Antigua (made 20/11/1734) proved 20/07/1742.
Sources
PROB 11/719/435.
Further Information
Spouse
(1) Sarah Jones nee Winthorpe (2) Lydia Martin nee Thomas
Relationships (2)
Hon. Edward Byam Governor of the Leewards
Grandfather → Grandson
Martin Byam
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Hon. Edward Byam Governor of the Leewards
Grandfather → Grandson
George Byam
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