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Belknap County NHGenWeb is a free genealogical site about the history of the county. It is a member of NHGenWeb, which is a member of USGenWeb®. We hope you find helpful clues for your research of Belknap County ancestors.

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COUNTY FORMATION

Belknap County was formed 20 Dec 1840, from a portion of Strafford County.

Belknap County was named in honor of Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Belknap, born in 1744, died in 1798. He was a religious leader, a political leader, and a historical author (History of New Hampshire and American Biographies).

Laconia is the County Seat.

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