James Dillard Dutton
Founder of the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch
Married to Margaret Dutton · Parent of 3 · 2 recorded parents
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Three generations at a glance
Life story
Biography
Civil War veteran and 1883 patriarch who leads the Dutton wagon party west before settling the Yellowstone ranch in Montana.
James Dillard Dutton occupies generation 6 of this recorded lineage one of the children of Unknown Dutton Father and Unknown Dutton Mother, partner to Margaret Dutton, and parent of Elsa Dutton, John Dutton Sr., and Spencer Dutton. The title "Founder of the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch" reflects the public or family role associated with this profile.
Within the wider Dutton Family Tree, this life forms part of a network spanning 6 recorded generations. The timeline and family snapshot below bring those connections together, while the full tree provides the broader historical context.
Milestones
Life timeline
1840
Born
The beginning of James Dillard Dutton's recorded life.
Family
Married Margaret Dutton
A partnership that connects two branches of the Dutton family.
Next generation
Family line continues
3 children recorded in this branch: Elsa Dutton, John Dutton Sr., and Spencer Dutton.
Legacy
Founder of the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch
A defining role in the story of the Dutton family.
1893
Died
The close of a life whose connections continue through the family record.
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Who were James Dillard Dutton's parents?
James Dillard Dutton's parents were father Unknown Dutton Father and mother Unknown Dutton Mother.
Who were James Dillard Dutton's children?
James Dillard Dutton had 3 children: Elsa Dutton, John Dutton Sr., and Spencer Dutton.
Who did James Dillard Dutton marry?
James Dillard Dutton was married to Margaret Dutton.
What family tree does James Dillard Dutton belong to?
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