Scott Devereaux and the Devereaux Family Genetic Genealogy Summary

Scott Devereaux (1792-1870)

• Born on the Devereaux Plantation in Wrightsborough, Georgia.
• Enslaved by various members of the Devereaux family.
• Entered into a civil union with Tabby in 1807 through a “Jumping the Broom” ceremony; fathered 12 children.
• Migrated to the Republic of Texas in 1842; valued at $300 in 1848.
• Emancipated on June 19, 1865, in Freeney Town, Texas.
• Passed away at the Monte Verdi Plantation in Rusk County, Texas.

Julien Sidney Devereux, Sr. (1805-1856)

• Originally from Macon, Alabama; moved to East Texas.
• Established the Monte Verdi Plantation, a high-producing cotton plantation with over fifty enslaved Africans.

Devereaux Plantation and Enslavement

• Monte Verdi was among the largest enslaving plantations in Texas.
• Historical marker dedicated in 2018 honoring the 80 slave families who lived and worked there from 1842 to 1865.
• The Devereux family papers and maps of the Texas General Land Office provide valuable insights into the institution of slavery in the region.

Cultural and Historical Context

• Haplogroup E-Z6018
  • Traces back to western Africa, around 17,000 years ago.
  • A rare presence; provides insights into Scott’s lineage and the broader history of slavery, migration, and emancipation.
• “Jumping the Broom” Ceremony
  • Symbolizes new beginnings, the joining of families, and the sweeping away of the past.
  • Complex origins, including possible roots in West Africa and European traditions.
• Enslavement in Texas and Rusk County
  • The enslaved population in northeast Rusk County was 59% in 1860, compared to 39% countywide.
  • A diverse population likely included African Americans from various locations in the southern United States.
  • Enslavement rate grew significantly between 1850 and 1860 and continued to increase during the Civil War.

African American Genetic Insights

• Origins and Significance: Haplogroup E-Z6018 traces back to western Africa around 17,000 years ago. It’s rare, appearing in approximately 0.0179% of 23andMe customers.
• African Diaspora and Lineage: The E-Z6018 marker reflects a complex history of human migration, including forced movement during the Transatlantic slave trade.
• Connections to Scott Devereaux: This haplogroup connects to Scott Devereaux’s lineage, giving insight into his ancestry and the broader African American experience.

African Haplogroups and Roots

• yDNA E-Z6018: Specific to your lineage, part of the larger E group across Africa.
• mtDNA L3e2b1a: Prevalent in West and Central Africa, highlighting matrilineal connections.
• Genetic Diversity and African Roots: Reflecting a rich tapestry of ethnicities, cultures, and histories.
• Genetic Research, Health, and Identity: Including health markers like ACTN3 (rs1815739, Geno C,C), with implications for personalized health strategies.