Joseph Thomson was the youngest of six children born to William George Thomson and his wife Agnes (Brown). The Joseph Thomson Project has researched the explorer's family tree to the late 1700s.

Joseph Thomson - Explorer

Although Joseph Thomson never married, four of his brothers were collectively responsible for 43 children. A great deal of work has also been done in tracing the descendants of these nephews and neices. His family tree can be traced to Thomsons still living in the area. This work has value in itself, since it reveals links to many Penpont families both past and present.

Joseph Thomson died in London but was buried in the Old Kirkyard in Thornhill, 2 miles from his birthplace.

Joseph Thomson Grave-stone

Joseph Thomson Family Tree

John Thomson   +  Janet Grierson                                    Andrew Brown  +  Jean Maxwell

         William Thomson       +      Agnes Maxwell        James Brown   +    Agnes Simpson

                           William George Thomson            +             Agnes Brown

                                                              Joseph Thomson

The extended Joseph Thomson family tree can be obtained from the  Thomson Project at a cost of £10 + postage and packing.