Re: Marie Forest/Francois Labbe
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Marie Forest/Francois Labbe
Ken Joyal 4/13/03
Hi Ken --
It is highly doubtful, though not absolutely impossible, that Marie Forest is related to the Acadian de Forests.The Acadian Family was founded by Michel de Forest, born 1637/1638 in an unknown location, probably somewhere in France.
It is believed that he arrived, from parts unknown, in Port Royal, Acadia, sometime between 1655-1657.The Acadian family did not drop the "de" from their surname until the 3rd or 4th generation -- that is, in the late 1700's-early 1800's.
Since your Marie, born in 1610, already is simply "Forest," and because she was born long before Michel and his appearance in Acadia, any relationship is highly tenuous, at best.However, we are still looking for Michel's parentage and place of origin.Can you provide any additional information on your Marie Forest?
Best Regards,
Mike Collier
Oak Harbor, WA
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