John Broughton was born on 19th November 1727 in Edgefield and was the son of Christopher Broughton (b. 1689) and Mary Paretree. He died on 6th December 1727.

Sources
• 1. Ralph Broughton's Data. John Broughton. Born 19th November 1727 at Edgefield. Father: Christopher. Mother: Mary Paretree. Died shortly after birth. • 2. International Genealogical Index. John Broughton. Christened 19 Oct 1727, Edgefield. Died 6 Nov 1727.