Archibald McDonald (1788 - 1854)

Born 1788 in Scotland

Husband of Nancy A. Culbertson — married 21 Sep 1819 in Miami, Ohio, United States

Descendants

Died 1854 at about age 66 in Troy, Miami, Ohio, United States

Problems/Questions Profile manager: Jimmy Honey [send private message]

Biography

The life of Archibald McDonald begins shrouded in the mists of Scotland, where he was born around 1788. Crossing the Atlantic Ocean, he found himself in the bustling township of Troy, Miami County, Ohio.

A defining moment arrived on September 21, 1819, when Archibald's life became forever entwined with Nancy A. Culbertson. Their union was sealed in marriage, setting the stage for a life that would leave its mark on the growing community.

Throughout the early decades of the 19th century, Archibald's presence was felt in various corners of Miami County. In 1820, he established his roots in Troy, where he would lay the foundation for a legacy.

The 1830s saw Archibald living in the township of Concord, as he continued to navigate the evolving landscape of his surroundings. By 1840, he returned to Troy, a town that had become a significant part of his story.

The 1850 census paints a vivid picture of Archibald's life. In the midst of Troy's industry and commerce, he found his niche as a cooper in the wood products industry, contributing to the local economy.

As time flowed on, Archibald's journey drew to a close. In the midst of Troy's familiar streets, his chapter concluded around 1854. Yet, the legacy he built and the imprint he left on his community endure, a testament to a life well-lived and a pioneer spirit that helped shape the fabric of Miami County.

Sources

• 1820 United States Federal Census: Fourth Census of the United States, 1820; Census Place: Troy, Miami, Ohio; NARA Roll: M33_94; Image: 81 Ancestry Record 7734 #93682
• 1830 United States Federal Census: Year: 1830; Census Place: Concord, Miami, Ohio; Series: M19; Roll: 136; Page: 12; Family History Library Film: 0337947 Ancestry Record 8058 #340080
• 1840 United States Federal Census: Year: 1840; Census Place: Troy, Miami, Ohio; Roll: 415; Page: 356; Family History Library Film: 0020172 Ancestry Record 8057 #3323776
• 1850 United States Federal Census: The National Archives in Washington D.C.; Record Group: Records of the Bureau of the Census; Record Group Number: 29; Series Number: M432; Residence Date: 1850; Home in 1850: Troy, Miami, Ohio; Roll: 711; Page: 92b Ancestry Record 8054 #14242613
• Ohio, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1774-1993: Ancestry.com. Ohio, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1774-1993 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2016. Original data: Marriage Records. Ohio Marriages. Various Ohio County Courthouses. Ancestry Record 61378 #2454362
• Ohio, U.S., Wills and Probate Records, 1786-1998: Bonds; Probate Place: Miami, Ohio Ancestry Record 8801 #8477969