Gosnold Family History

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 The Gosnold Story

The Gosnold name dates back to Norman times, with early records in Kent, Suffolk, and Shropshire. By the 12th century, the family had established roots in Suffolk, particularly around Otley Hall, where they rose to prominence through land, service, and marriage alliances with noble families such as the Nauntons, Windsors, and de Veres.

The Gosnolds reached their peak in Tudor and Stuart England, producing figures of note including Bartholomew Gosnold, the explorer who named Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard, and helped found Jamestown, Virginia in 1607.

From medieval knights to New World adventurers, the Gosnold family story is one of ambition, resilience, and enduring legacy.