Mathews family
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The Mathews family is an American political family originally descended from Samuel Mathews (d.1657) [and later American pioneer John Mathews] (d. 1757) and Ann Archer, originating in colonial Virginia and active in Virginia and the American South in the 17th–20th centuries.
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Place of origin | Britain |
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The family is of Welsh Descent with Cap. Samuel Mathews arriving in Jamestown in 1619. His son, Col. Samuel Mathews Jr., was the Colonial Governor of Virginia from 1656 until he died in office in 1660. Later generations migrated west, settling in Augusta County (present-day Rockbridge County), Virginia. Several members played a role in the American Revolution, and numerous members were elected to the Virginia General Assembly over successive generations, while additionally members have been involved in the politics of West Virginia, Georgia, and other U.S. states in roles including state governor and state legislator, among others. Members have served in the U.S. military as generals, colonels, and other officers. Notable members include George Mathews, Sampson Mathews, Henry M. Mathews, and Mason Mathews Patrick.