Ancestry of the Mortons of East Freetown, Bristol County, Massachusetts
The Mortons of East Freetown, Massachusetts, descend from Major Nathaniel Morton, linked to the prominent George Morton, a key figure in early Plymouth history. George, who arrived in 1623, published the first history of the Plymouth Colony. Nathaniel served as secretary of Plymouth Colony and held various local offices. His descendants continued to be influential in local governance and public affairs. The family remained active in education, law, and commerce, with notable members like James Madison Morton, a respected attorney and judge.