Henry Oberdorf/Overturf was born about 1761 in Germany. He came to America in the late 1700's with his father, 2 brothers and a sister who was blind. His father was a Lord in Germany, and was killed on the ship to America, his chests of gold and fine clothes were stolen, and he was presummed thrown overboard. The two youngest boys were 'bound out' as there was no adoption in those days, and the eldest boy (16 years old) was told to go where he wanted with his sister.
Henry married Maria Chute, and had 6 children in Union County, PA (the eldest child, Samuel was my Great, Great Grandfather). Any info. on Henry's father or siblings will be greatly appreciated.
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