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History of Berks County in Pennsylvania (1,200 Pages)

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Author: Morton L. Montgomery • Original Publication: 1886

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B [p. 45] IOGRAPHICAL ANNALS: The Montgomery family traces its descent from Roger de Montgomerie, who accompanied William the Conqueror. The Pennsylvania branch was established in 1720 by pioneers settling along the Schuylkill River.

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