Kincheloe Origins: Explorations in American and Irish Family History

By John Kincheloe

Kincheloe Origins is a rich exploration of the history and meaning of this singular family name. The product of years of research, this book gives an authoritative overview of the earliest evidence of the surname in America and Ireland. Reviewing carefully all of the earliest documents related to the first Kincheloes in America, the author corrects numerous myths and errors made by early family genealogists. He draws a vivid picture of what life was like for the first Kincheloe ancestors in America. The book documents the surprising number of variations in the early spellings of the surname, and it shows how those spellings are important clues to the family's European origins. A special focus is on the physical location of the first Kincheloe land in America. Continuing the exploration beyond the American story, Kincheloe Origins takes the reader on an adventure to explore the remarkable history of the family name in Ireland. The author lays out the ancient European origins of the Kincheloe/Kinsella surname. He tells the stories of well-documented family ancestors whose ancient lives were lived out like characters from "The Game of Thrones." Using historical sources and current DNA evidence, this book makes clear the Irish origins of the family and surname. Kincheloe Origins is an original book that, at times, reads like a novel. It opens exciting new historical ground and illuminates the remarkable Kincheloe family story. Facsimile portions of early family-related documents are included.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0983117748
• ISBN13: 9780983117742
• Release Date: August 2022
• Publisher: Spirit Lines Press
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"