Question

My grandfather was born before 1850 (1842). I presume not unheard of but how rare is it.

Comments

My late half-aunt's paternal grandfather was born 100 years before she was (1834 vs. 1934).

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Both my grandfathers were in the 1890's so not even in your ball-park 

Answer 1

You have me beat ... mine was born in 1860. By your profile, you were born in the decade before me.

Answer 2

That's amazing -- did you know your grandfather at all?  My grandfathers were born in 1879 and 1881.  One of my husband's grandfathers was born in 1864.

Answer 3

Everyone knows President John Tyler has two grandsons still living.

Comments

One of those grandsons died last month, unfortunately.