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Emigrants to the West Indies/Jamaica

Emigrants to the West Indies/Jamaica

Posted: 28 Mar 2008 10:39PM GMT
Classification: Immigration
Surnames: Muschet, Mushet, Muschett
At some point in the 1700's (or earlier), my ancestors left Scotland for Jamaica. Their last name was spelled in several ways: Muschet, Muschett, Mushet. They could have left as early as 1655 as criminals, POW or indentured servants, or between 1745-46 after the failure of the Jacobite Rebellion. Regardless, ships records were not kept during this period, so I am hoping to find some family legend or letters or other kinds of records which could give me a clue as to when they left. It is also possible that they originally meant to go to Canada or the American colonies, and migrated from there to the West Indies. Any clues would be very much appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Re: Emigrants to the West Indies/Jamaica

Posted: 25 Apr 2015 7:18PM GMT
Classification: Query
Surnames: Muschett
Hi, my maternal side is Muschett but I'm told that my great grandfather Kenneth Muschett was from Costa Rica but so far I only have knowledge dating back to early 1900's. I don't know if there is a link and that they spread out and then he left Costa Rica to go to Manchester, Jamaica. Any help would be appreciated
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