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     Salathiel was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Salathiel served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Salathiel Sampson, a Master at Arms in the Navy..¹

     Thomas was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Sandford, a Lieutenant in the Militia..¹

     George was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. George served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Satchell, a soldier in the Army..² He died before 13 November 1778. He was evidently dec'd by this date as he was not named in the will of Henry Satchell, wife Rachael. (NOTE: His brother Southy was later named as his only heir at law for rights as a soldier of the Virginia Continental Line.).^3,1 George's heirs were named on 29 July 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. George Satchell and William Satchell, soldiers of the Virginia Continental Line died intestate and without issue leaving Southy Satchell their brother and only heir at law. George and Esther Satchell, children and devisees of Southy Satchell are both dead (the said Esther intestate), and Southy Satchell, grandson and devisee of Southy Satchell who was brother of George and William is living; George (son of Southy) left 6 children his only heirs: William, George, Sukey, Sippa, Polly, and Sally, the last 2 of whom (Polly and Sally) have died intestate and without issue, leaving their brothers and sisters William, George, Sukey and Sippa their only heirs. George Satchell, son of George (who was son of Southy) died intestate leaving George and Jane Satchell his children and only heirs. Sippa (daughter of George son of Southy) died intestate leaving Mary Satchell and James Satchell her children and only heirs. William Satchell, George Satchell and Sukey Satchell (children of George son of Southy) are living; Esther Satchell daughter and devisee of Southy Satchell (brother of the soldiers) died intestate leaving Polly Stephens, Hetty Stephens (both living) and Betsy Colony her only heirs. Betsy Colony, daughter of Esther Satchell (who was a devisee of Southy) died intestate leaving Zippa Colony, Polly Lewis, Esther Colony, William Colony, Betsy Colony, James Colony and Sukey Colony her only heirs at law.¹

     William was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.² He died before 13 November 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. He was evidently dec'd by this date as he was not named in the will of Henry Satchell, wife Rachael. (NOTE: His brother Southy was later named as his only heir at law for rights as a soldier of the Virginia Continental Line.).^3,1 William's heirs were named on 29 July 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. George Satchell and William Satchell, soldiers of the Virginia Continental Line died intestate and without issue leaving Southy Satchell their brother and only heir at law. George and Esther Satchell, children and devisees of Southy Satchell are both dead (the said Esther intestate), and Southy Satchell, grandson and devisee of Southy Satchell who was brother of George and William is living; George (son of Southy) left 6 children his only heirs: William, George, Sukey, Sippa, Polly, and Sally, the last 2 of whom (Polly and Sally) have died intestate and without issue, leaving their brothers and sisters William, George, Sukey and Sippa their only heirs. George Satchell, son of George (who was son of Southy) died intestate leaving George and Jane Satchell his children and only heirs. Sippa (daughter of George son of Southy) died intestate leaving Mary Satchell and James Satchell her children and only heirs. William Satchell, George Satchell and Sukey Satchell (children of George son of Southy) are living; Esther Satchell daughter and devisee of Southy Satchell (brother of the soldiers) died intestate leaving Polly Stephens, Hetty Stephens (both living) and Betsy Colony her only heirs. Betsy Colony, daughter of Esther Satchell (who was a devisee of Southy) died intestate leaving Zippa Colony, Polly Lewis, Esther Colony, William Colony, Betsy Colony, James Colony and Sukey Colony her only heirs at law.¹

     Francis was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. Francis served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Francis Savage, a Lieutenant in the Militia..² Francis was named in his father's will on 13 November 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Francis Savage in the will of Francis Savage, wife Rose.¹

     Peter was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Peter served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Peter Savage, an Ensign in the Militia..¹

     Richard was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Savage, a Major in the Militia..¹

     Americus was born in 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Americus was named in his father's will on 10 July 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. He was the executor of his father's estate and was to have the tuition and estates of his 2 youngest brothers.⁴ Americus served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Americus Scarborough, a Captain in the Militia..⁵ He married Emma Wise Portlock circa 1775.⁶ He married Rachel Watson, daughter of Jacob Watson and (-----) (-----), on 22 August 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.^6,2 He made a will on 24 March 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Rachel Scarburgh ... & Negro man Cato, girl Margaret & 1/3 part of 215 acres of land which I shall hereafter give to son Americus Scarburgh. At the expiration of wife's widowhood the Negroes & personal property to 3 daughters Nancy, Lavinia & Margaret Scarburgh. To grandsons Samuel & John Scarburgh 300 acres on the west side of my plantation adjoining the land of Thomas Bayly & if either die before lawful age then to the survivor & if both die under agen then to son Americus Scarburgh & if he dies without issue, then to my 3 daughers Nancy, Lavinia & Margaret Scarburgh. The remainder of my land containing 215 acres to son Americus Scarburgh & if he dies without issue, then to grandson Samuel & John Scarburgh & if they die without issue, then to my 3 daughters. To son Americus my Negro Daniel & ... To daughter Nancy Scarburgh my Negro boy Arnold, little Joe, little George & girl Gatty & ... To daughters Lavinia & Margaret my Negro man Joe, boy Peter & woman Candis. To daughter Margaret my Negro boy Sam. To daughter Levinia ... To 2 grandsons George & John Robins $400 & Negro boys Albert & Isaac, but in case their father Thomas Robins should bring any claim against my estate, the 2 gifts shall be null & void. Remainder to 3 daughters Nancy, Levinia & Margaret Scarburgh. Friends Hezekiah Pitts & Thomas Sturgis Extrs. Witt: Sabra P. Scarburgh, Sarah D. Pitt & Ann P. Bayly..⁷ Americus died in April 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. Americus's will was probated on 27 April 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. John Custis, William R. Custis & Major S. Pitts were the securities on the $12,000 bond..⁷

     Edmund was born in August 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Edmund was named in his father's will on 17 August 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. Although he was not named in his father's will, he was named as the infant heir at law of William Scarburgh at probate and Mitchell Scarburgh was made his guardian..² He married Jean (261) Ker, daughter of Edward Ker and Margaret (128) Shepherd, circa 1770.³ Edmund served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Edmund Scarburgh, a Captain in the Militia..⁴ He made a will on 14 September 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. All my lands to be rented out & all my Negroes hired out until my son Edward K. Scarburgh comes to lawful age & I then bequeath to my said son my Occahannock estate containing 927 acres and also the lands I bourght of George Dunton containing 109 acres & for want of heirs to my son William M. K. Scarburgh. To son William Mered: K. Scarburgh (under age) the residue of my lands supposed to be 104 acres lying on Cradock & for want of heirs to my son Edward K. Scarburgh. To Alice Scarburgh "then the rest to share equally after receiving £80 each before Peggy Coward comes in, but no more to my daughter Alice." Friends Dr. John Tankard & Samuel Coward trustees. Witt: Nathaniel Brown, Caty Scarburgh & Leah Bagwell Dunton..⁵ Edmund died before 19 December 1799 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     Sacker was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Sacker served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Sacker Scott, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Severn was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Severn served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Severn Scott, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Jack was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Jack served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jack Selby, a seaman in the Navy..¹

     William was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Selby, a Colonel in the Militia..¹ William was paid for public service during the Revolutionary War in 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Selby on a list found in the Archives of the Virginia State Library of Accomack County people who were paid for public service from 1781 to 1783..¹

     Solomon was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Solomon served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Solomon Shipherd, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Elijah was born circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Elisha or Elijah Simpson, a musician in the Army..² Elijah was named in his father's will on 15 October 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Elijah Simpson in the will of Southy Simpson..¹ He married Esther (-----) circa 1780.³ Elijah sold land in 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. He and his wife Esther sold 86 acres of the Isaac Dix IV part of Whitelaw's tract A103, which is south-east of the present town of Parksley, to Jacob Taylor. (Whitelaw may not have realized that Southy Simpson named a son Elijah in his will, as he surmised that Southy may have sold the land to Elijah by a General Court deed.).³

     Elijah was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah was named in his grandfather's will on 16 August 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Elijah Simpson in the will of Samuel Simpson..² Elijah served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Elisha Simpson, was a seaman in the Navy. On 27 Nov 1832 an Accomack Co order stated that 'Elisha' Simpson, seaman in the Virginia Navy in the Revolutionary War died intestate. In 1834 another Accomack Co order stated that the heir of 'Elisha' Simpson was Leah Munday..^3,4 He married Betsy Beasley on 30 January 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. Zorobabel Budd was the security on the M.L.B. of Elijah Simpson and Betsy Beasly..⁵ Elijah was living on 2 September 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Tabitha Simpson was named as representative of both Severn Darby and Elisha Simpson in seeking Revolutionary War benefits..⁶ Elijah died before 27 November 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.⁷

     Hancock was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.² Hancock was named in his father's will circa 1767 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He inherited a portion of Whitelaw's tract A95 from his father Laban.⁴ Hancock served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. On 27 Sep 1830 an Accomack Co order stated that Leah Cameron formerly Leah Simpson is heir at law of Hancock Simpson, deceased, who was a coxswain in the Virginia Navy in the Revolutionary War..^5,6 He married Anne Barnes on 27 January 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard Drummond was the security on the M.L.B. of Hancock Simpson and Anne Barnes..⁷ Hancock was living on 12 October 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he, John Dix Sr. and James Poulson witnessed the will of Nathaniel Coverly Sr..⁸ Hancock was living on 3 October 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he and Betty Groton witnessed the will of Sophia Vessels..⁹ Hancock was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Hancock Simpson, age 26-45. Listed with him was one male age 16-26 and 2 females, one age 26-45 and one age 10-16, and one slave..¹⁰ Hancock was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1810 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Hancock Simpson, Pr. Ho. (Poor House), age over 45. There were 77 individuals in this house hold, so it must have been the Poor House and he must have been the proprietor..¹¹ Hancock died in 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.¹² Administration of Hancock's estate was filed on 28 January 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Evander Cannon was named to administer his estate. John S. Bundick and Levi Dix were securities.¹² Administration of Hancock's estate was filed on 30 July 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. Evidently Hancock's estate was not settled in 1811 when it was administered to Evander Cannon, because it was on this date that it was administered to Littleton A. Hinman. James J. Ailworth, William H.B. Custis and John B. Ailworth securities.¹³

     He must have been a son of William Simpson (II), even though he was not named in William's will, as Betsey Simpson of Charles was named heir at law of William Simpson (III) and Richard Simpson, both seaman, and Salathiel Simpson master at arms in the Virginia State Navy during the Revolutionary War, and William (III) and Richard were know sons of William (II). Salathiel was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. Salathiel served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Salathiel Simpson, a soldier in the Army..²

     This Salathiel Simpson would have to have been either Leah and Hancock Simpson's brother or their uncle, for her to have been an heir named in Rev. Soldiers accounts. However, due the fact that Salathiel Simpson witnessed a will and settled an estate in the 1750's, he would have had to have been born circa 1720-30, so he must have been their uncle, unless that was another Salathiel Simpson, bringing the total to 3. Salathiel was born circa 1722 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Nanny Wimbrough Wimbrough(?) circa 1745.¹ Salathiel was living on 31 July 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he was named to administer Thomas Wimbrough's estate. Edmund Bayly was the security..² Salathiel was living on 18 December 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he, Tabitha Gilchrist and Rebecka Bull witnessed the will of Edmund Bayley. At probate Americus Scarburgh was appointed guardian to Thomas Bayley, infant heir at law to the testator..³ Salathiel served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Salathiel Simpson, a Master at Arms in the Navy..⁴ Salathiel died before July 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. Nanny Simpson was to receive some compensation as the widow of Salathiel Simpson, a poor soldier who died in the said service, from July 1777 to 23 Feb 1779. On 31 May 1841 it was recorded that Leah Cameron is the only heir at law of Salathiel Simpson, deceased, who was a master at arms in the Virginia Navy in the Revolutionary War. It did not state the relationship..¹

     His common name was Selby. Selby was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Grace (-----) circa 1770. In 1787 Selby Simpson and his wife Grace sold 10 acres of the John Hickman part of Whitelaw's tract A115, which is just east of the present town of Parksley, to John Berry Hickman..² Selby served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. On 30 Jul 1777 Selby Simpson was commissioned as a Major of the 1st Battalion of the Accomack County Militia. He was later shown as Selby Simpson, a Lt. Colonel in the Militia..^3,4 Selby was named in his father's will on 15 October 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my son Selby Simpson and given my silver watch (sword) and £1,000 current money to be paid immediately after my death..¹ Selby was promoted in the military on 29 September 1779 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that it was recommended that Selby Simpson be promoted to Lt. Col. for the Upper Battalion of the Accomack County Militia..⁵ He was the contractor who built the brick wall around the County Jail in about 1782.⁶ He married Elizabeth Drummond, daughter of William Drummond and Diadamia Lilliston, circa 1790. He must have married Elizabeth circa 1790 as he sold land with his first wife Grace in 1789 and in 1791 Selby Simpson and wife Elizabeth sold land to Charles Stockley..^7,8 He made a will on 20 March 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife whole estate until my daughter Betsy arrives to lawful age or marries, then to be equally divided between my wife, daughter Betsy and unborn child. Should my daughter Betsy and my unborn child die under the age of 21 and without heirs, wife to have whole estate forever. Friends Thomas Evans, Esq. and John Abbott Bundick executors. Witnesses John Wharton, Sally Taylor and John Burton..⁹ Selby died in April 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.⁹ Selby's will was probated on 24 June 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. It was partly proved on 29 Apr 1795..⁹

     Southy was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Comfort Dix, daughter of Isaac Dix (III) and Bridget (67) Savage, circa 1743. Southy sold land in 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. He sold 75 acres of Whitelaw's tract A105, which is just south of the present town of Parksley, to Solomon White and in 1752 after the settlement with his cousin Thomas, Southy and wife Comfort sold the balance of 125 acres to White..² Southy bought land in 1755 at Metompkin, Acc Co, VA. Southy bought Isaac Dix's part of A103 from Isaac and his wife Leah. In 1774 Southy and his wife Comfort sold to Charles Bagwell, but he deeded it back five months later, and in 1779 Col. Southy Simpson left everything to his wife Comfort for life and then all was to be sold. In 1786 the executor sold this home plantation of 200 acres to two of Col. Simpson's sons, John and Southy. In 1787, Southy and Hannah Simpson deeded his interest in 170 acres of it to his brother John, and two years later they sold a retained balance of 30 acres to his brother Selby. John and Anne Simpson soon began selling the land in small parcels and sales noted were to his brother Selby, Southy Milliner, Henry Davis and John Moore..³ He had a child bound to him on 27 February 1759 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. Ordered that John Elmore Aged fourteen Years or thereabouts be bound by the ChurchWardens of Accomack Parish till lawful age to Southy Simpson to learn the Art and Mistery of a Marriner the said Southy first giving Security for the Performance of the Indentures.⁴ Southy was living on 28 July 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that James Pettigrew was named to administer the estate of William Onions, the widow relinquishing her right to qualify. Southy Simpson was the security..⁵ When the will of Thomas Wise Rodgers was probated on 28 Apr 1767 Southy Simpson was appointed guardian to Hannah Scarburgh Rodgers & Polly Rodgers, heirs at law to the testator. (NOTE: Evidently Southy's son Southy married Hannah S. Rodgers in 1786.).⁶ Southy served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. Col. Southy Simpson commanded the 2nd Regiment of the Virginia Militia until is death. At one time Thomas Copes' company was marched to Salisbury by Col. Simpson to suppress the tories. In a declaration of Sep 1851 by Horsey Summers, age 89, he recalled that when he was 15 years old, Col. Southy Simpson's Company of Militia was ordered from the Virginia side to assist us in destroying the "Tory Camp" where the tories all collected and were furnished with arms from the British, and in the engagement in which he took part the tories were routed and had to take to the British ships which were then lying in sight in Tangier harbour to blockade the Pocomoke Sound..^7,8 He made a will on 15 October 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Selby Simpson silver watch (sword) & £1,000 current money to be paid immediately after my death. Balance of estate to my wife during her widowhood and at her death or marriage all my lands and marshes, also my water grist mill to be sold and £250 of the proceeds to my granddaughter Elizabeth Simpson Marshall, and the remainder, together with the balance of my estate to be divided between my 6 children, Leah, Sarah, John, Southy, Elijah & George. Wife (no name) son in law John Parker, sons Southy, Elijah & George executors. Not witnessed..⁹ Southy died in 1779 at Accomack Co, VA.⁹ Southy's will was probated on 25 May 1779 at Accomack Co, VA. Proved by James Arbuckle, George Corbin, Thomas Bayly and Henry Custis, Gentlemen. In order of probate: Selby Simpson heir at law to the testator. Comfort Simpson (wife), John Parker & Southy Simpson, the executors named in the foregoing will qualified..⁹

     William was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. An Acc Co Order dated 1 Apr 1834 stated: William Simpson, seaman in the Virginia Navy in the Revolutionary War, died intestate leaving one son Charles Simpson who died intestate leaving four children: Charles Simpson, Sinah Colony, Comfort Simpson and Betsy Simpson who are the only heirs at law of said William Simpson. He was also shown as cook in the Navy..^2,3 William was named in his father's will on 8 February 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     His middle initial is based on his daugher Sarah C. Slocome Phillips' tombstone, which shows her as the daughter of Thomas F. and Susannah Slocome. Thomas was born circa 1745 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas witnessed a will on 3 November 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Slocomb, along with John Watts and Rachel Warrington, witnessed the will of Joseph Taylor..¹ Thomas served in the Revolutionary War in on 29 July 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Slocomb, a Lieutenant in the Militia, in the Turman-Walker book. In Nottingham's book it shows that a Thomas Slocumb was on a list recommended for Lieutenant in the Accomack County Militia, dated 29 Jul 1777..^2,3 On 4 Sep 1780 & 10 Mar 1781 Thomas Slocomb recorded Debit items for orphan Thomas Wise totaling £2,310.00.0 including assessment of land and mills, copy of will, papers from Richmond, linen, cotton, and 2 pair of shoes. board, washing, lodging, etc, and Credit items totaling £2,000.00 including rent of land and mills for 1780. This was reported to the court in Jan 1782.⁴ He married Susanna Custis, daughter of (-----) Custis, on 8 October 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.^5,6 Thomas was paid for public service during the Revolutionary War in 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Slocum on a list found in the Archives of the Virginia State Library of Accomack County people who were paid for public service from 1781 to 1783..² On 2 Feb 1782 Thomas Slocomb recorded Debit items for orphan Thomas Wise totaling £43.19.6 including lawyer fees to M. Stith and reparing a grist mill and Credit items totaling £20.00.0 for rent of land and mills. This was reported to the court on 28 Jan 1783.⁷ He made a will on 31 July 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. My will is that as much of the estate of Samuel Wise, deceased, be paid as will pay his three daughters, & then the remainder of my estate I give to my wife and my two children to maintain & educate them". To son William. To daughter Salley. Wife Susanna & friend Charles West Exrs. Witt: Elijah Lillaston, William Slocomb - p. 52.⁵ Thomas died in September 1784.⁵ Thomas's will was probated on 28 September 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.⁸

     Solomon was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Solomon served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Solomon Smith, a Lieutenant in the Militia..¹

     His common name was Charles. Charles was born circa 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. Charles was named in his father's will on 31 May 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Charles in the will of Smith Snead, wife Sophia. He was given planation on Mary Branch given me by my mother. He was named heir at law at probate, meaning he was the oldest son..² Charles served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Snead (VA): Ensign 9th Virginia, 19 Feb 1776; 1st Lieutenant, 10 Feb 1777; transferred to 8th Virginia, Sep 1778; Captain, 12 May 1779; transferred to 5th Virginia, 12 Feb 1781; and served to the close of the war..^3,4 On 29 Apr 1784 it was recorded that Charles Snead who had served in the Continental Army as a captain has lost his certificate for his arrears of pay and depreciation and entered into recognizance with Major Smith Snead, his security in the sum of £15.⁵ Charles died before 27 December 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on his estate was granted to William Snead with Levin Joynes security. On 27 Jan 1840 it was recorded that Charles Snead who was a captain in the 9th Virginia Regt. in the Continental Establishment in the Rev. War, died unmarried and childless before 1 Jan 1787. William Snead, formerly of Northampton Co, VA, was his eldest brother, and left two children, Mary and Anna; Mary Snead married John T. Elliott and died childless; Anna Snead married George F. Wilkins and died leaving on child, Mary Anne Wilkins..^6,1,7

     George was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. George was named in his father's will on 31 May 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son George in the will of Smith Snead, wife Sophia. He was given plantation that my cousin Robert gave..² George died before 12 July 1791 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that George Snead's estate, administrator William Snead, was to be appraised by Nathaniel Holland, Major Brickhouse, Thomas Hunt & John Dalby Sr. (Church Neck)..^1,3

     Thomas was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Catharine (-----) circa 1770.¹ Thomas served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Snead (VA): Captain 9th Virginia, 14 Feb 1776; Major 11th Virginia, 1 Apr 1777; resigned 8 Mar 1778..^2,3 Thomas died before 8 December 1778 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that the Vestry of Hungars Parish paid £50.0.0 to the widow & two children of Thomas Snead who died in the Continental Army during the Rev. War..⁴

     Jacob was born in 1764 at Accomack Co, VA.² Jacob served in the Revolutionary War in in 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. In a statement of 28 Aug 1832, Jacob Sparrow, age about 68, stated that he was enrolled in 1780; served in the militia of Accomack Co., from the time he was 16 years of age until he was free from duty by reason of his age. He served during the Rev. War under Capt. Jesse Dickerson and Lieut. Thomas Sandford of the militia. Generally about 15-20 of each company kept guard at a time. he kept guard on Pocomoke River at Chincoteague and at Col. Cropper's braracks; he believed he served two years. He was born in 1764; always lived where he now lives. He enrolled in 1780 and subject to be called out at a moment's warning. He was acquainted with Col. Cropper, Major Poulson, Capt. Gilchrist and Col. Levin Joynes..^2,3 Jacob was named in his mother's will on 23 August 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ He married Mary 'Molly' Hall, daughter of Henry Hall Sr. and Mary 'Molly' Shay, on 24 February 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. Jonathan Mears was the security on the M.L.B. of Jacob Sparrow and Molly Hall..⁵ He made a will on 8 July 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Samuel Sparrow the whole of my land where I now live & my Negro boy Peter & ... Son Samuel Sparrow Extr. Witt: Henry Fletcher, William Somers & Wingate S. Thomas..⁶ Jacob died on 31 December 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. Jacob Sparrow, Rev. soldier, lived in this county and died circa 31 Dec 1842. He left one child, Samuel Sparrow and no widow..⁷ Jacob's will was probated on 30 January 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.⁶

     Caleb was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. Caleb served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Caleb Spiers, a soldier in the Army..² He died on 14 November 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. He was evidently dec'd by this date has he was not named in the will of John Spiers along with his sibliings.³ It was on this date that a long list of the heirs at law of Caleb Spiers, a soldier in the Virginia Continental Line in the Rev. War, was recorded in Acc Co Orders, 1832-36, p. 277.¹

     Joseph was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. Joseph was named in his father's will on 5 December 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Joseph Staton in the will of Warrington Staton, wife Catherine. He was given the plantation where I now live containing 200 acres & for want of heirs to my youngest son Warrington Staton..¹ Joseph served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Staten, a Captain in the Militia..² He married Scarburgh Matthews, daughter of John Matthews, circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Simon was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Simon served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Simon Stephens, a seaman in the Navy..¹

     Stephen was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Stephen served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Stephen Stephen, a seaman in the Navy..¹

     Richard was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Sterling, a soldier in the Army..¹

     William was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 30 May 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William in the will of William Sterling, wife Sarah. He was given 50 acres in Forked Neck on the south side of my land, & should he offer to sell the same then to my son Richard..¹ William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Sterling, a soldier in the Army..² William witnessed a will on 27 January 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Elias Broadwater & William Sterling witnessed the will of Richard Sterling, wife Mary..³ William witnessed a will on 8 July 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Elias Broadwater & William Sterling witnessed the will of Caleb Broadwater..⁴

     George was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary (240) Arbuckle, daughter of Col. William Arbuckle and Catherine (70) Snead, circa 1760.¹ George was named as administrator of an estate on 19 November 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Major Pitt was granted to George Stewart with John Coleburn security.² George served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Stewart, a Master's Mate in the Navy..³ George was paid for public service during the Revolutionary War in 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Stewart on a list found in the Archives of the Virginia State Library of Accomack County people who were paid for public service from 1781 to 1783..³ George died before 31 August 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of George Stewart was granted to Mary Stewart with George Wise, Charles Snead son of John & Zorobabel Rodgers securities..⁴

     Charles was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. Charles was named in his grandfather's will on 14 September 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Charles Stockly in the will of Charles Stockly, wife Ann. Whitelaw shows that this Charles Stockley inherited the Makemie Mill (tract A140 between Temperanceville and Mappsville on the Sea Side) from his grandfather Charles Stockley (through his mother Betty Stockley)..^2,3 Charles served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Stockley (VA): Ensign 9th Virginia, 22 Jul 1776; taken prisoner at Germantown, 4 Oct 1777; Lieutenant, 25 Feb 1778; transferred to 1st Virginia, 14 Sep 1778; transferred to 5th Virginia, 12 Feb 1781; and served to close of war..^4,5 Charles was named in his father's will on 10 May 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Charles Stockly in the will of Nehemiah Stockly, wife Ann. If my son Charles Stockly had rather have the land given Airs Stockly than his water grist mill, then he is to have it, provided he make over the said mill to my son Airs. Wife & son Charles to be Extrs..⁶ He married Margaret Allen, daughter of Edmund Allen and Tabitha (-----), on 29 June 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. John Burton was the security on the M.L.B. of Charles Stockley and Margaret Allen..⁷ Col. Charles Stockley married Ann 'Nancy' (-----) circa 1788.⁸ By 1 Sep 1800 Colonel Charles Stockley was the Commanding Officer of the 99th Regiment of the Virginia Militia in Accomack County.⁹ Charles made a will on 16 March 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Stokley. To daughter Eliza A. Stockley … & also items bought of Mary Stockley silverware marked "C. M. S." & the time of service yet to expire of Levin & Lesie, children of Leah, Levin age 19 & Lesie age 14, both of them to be free at age 21. To son Nehemiah … & the time of service yet to expire of Ezekiel of Betty & Occraw of Nell, Ezekiel 18 years & Occraw 14 years, both to be free at age 21 & also 1/3 part of land in Kentucky & in the Northwest Territory. I have 3,011 acres in Kentucky & 200 acres in the Northwest Territory, the former quantity was a gratuity from the state of Virginia & the later from Congress for military service, but Robert Pollard of the City of Richmond is entitled to 1/3 part of that in Kentucky under a contract I made with him in the year of 1796, which is in my possession & also … To daughter Anne B. Stockley items marked "A. S." which was her mama's & others marked "E. T. R." & "A. A. G." & also the time of service that is yet to expire of George & Candis, each about 10 years. To son Charles Stockley … & also 1/3 part of the land in Kentucky & Northwest Territory & the time of service yet to expire of Ezekiel of Leah & Nicey of Leah, who are about 10 years each. To daughter Harriet Stockley a silver spoon ladle marked "S." & … To son Ayres Stockley my houses & lot adjoining the land on which the poorhouse stands & also 1/3 of the land in Kentucky & the Northwest Territory, equal to what I have given to Nehemiah & Charles. Hire Ezekiel & Esther by the year for the space of 14 years from the 1 Jan next for the benefit of my 2 younger children Harriet & Ayres & then to be free & … & Henry, the son of Esther & other children of Esther if any to my children Harriet & Ayres … The plantation I bought of the heirs of Daniel Mifflin & other of my property shall be sold & divided ½ to my son Nehemiah, daughter Anne & son Charles, 2/5 of the other ½ to daughter Harriet & the remainder 3/5 to son Ayres & if one dies their part to the survivors. In case of the death of either Nehemiah, Anne or Charles before they arrive at lawful age, then their part to the 2 survivors. Thomas Evans & Edmund Bayly guardians to my 3 children Charles, Harriet & Ayres until they arrive to age 14. Friends Thomas Evans & Edmund Bayly Extrs. Witt: Fenwick Fisher & John Teackle Jr.¹⁰ He died before 30 April 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. John Teackle Sr., William Seymour & Richard D. Bayly securities on the £15,000 bond.¹⁰ On 29 Mar 1810 it was order to be recorded that Nehemiah Stockly, Ann B. Stockly, Charles T. Stockly, Harriot Stockly, Ayres Stockly and Elizabeth, wife of Thompson Holmes are the children and heirs of Charles Stockly, late of this county, dec'd.¹¹ He estate was settled on 27 February 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. 6 Jul 1811 (Audit), 27 Feb 1815 (Rec'd) - Edmund Bayly is one of the Extr. Cash paid Negro Patience Bundick her account. Miss Anne B. Stockley a bond from 5 May 1805 to 1 Jan 1806 at 40p per month. Cash paid William R. Custis for boarding Miss Harriet Stockley. Cash paid Mrs. Stockley, widow of Ayres & to Eliza Stockley, now Mrs. Holmes, for board. By amount of sales at Pharsalia. Auditors: John Wise & Thomas Cropper.¹² He estate was settled on 28 July 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. 17 Apr 1805 (Invy), 3 & 4 May 1805 & 10 Oct 1805 (Sale), 30 Dec 1816 (Order to Audit), 23 Jan 1817 (Audit), 28 Jul 1817 (Rec'd) - Thomas Evans Sr. Extr. Negro boys Levin, Ezekiel & Occrow to serve until age 21. Articles devised to Anne B. Stockley, Charles & Harriet. Appraisers: George P. Bagwell, Archibald Barnes, George Bundick & Parker Barnes. Named in settlement: Mrs. Mary Stockley & her children. Ayres Stockley, James Jones Island. Auditors: John Burton, B. Wharton & William E. West.¹³

     Elijah was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Elijah Stokely, a Lieutenant in the Militia..¹

     Richard was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Summers, a soldier in the Militia..¹

     Ayres was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Ayres served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Airs Taylor, a seaman in the Navy..¹

     Bartholomew was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Bartholomew served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Bartholomew Taylor, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Benjamin was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Benjamin served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Benjamin Taylor, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Daniel was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Daniel served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Daniel Taylor, a seaman in the Navy..¹ Daniel died before 28 January 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was partly proved..²

     George was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. George served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Truet Taylor, an Ensign in the Militia..¹

     Giles was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Giles served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Giles Taylor, a seaman in the Navy..¹

     Jabez was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Jabez served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jabez Taylor, a Boatswain's Mate in the Navy..¹

     James was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. James served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Taylor, a soldier in the Army..¹

     John was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. John served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Taylor, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Knevit was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Knevit served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Knevit Taylor, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Robinson was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Robinson served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Robinson Taylor, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Selby was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Selby served in the Revolutionary War in in 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Selby Taylor, a soldier in the Army..¹ He married Susanna 'Suse' Evans, daughter of Jesse Evans Jr. and Elizabeth Crippen, on 27 October 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as Selby Taylor and Susanna Evans.²

     Severn was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Severn served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Severn Taylor, a seaman in the Navy..¹

     Thomas was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Taylor, a Captain in the Navy..¹

     Thomas was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Taylor, a seaman in the Navy..¹

     William was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Taylor, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Jacob was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Jacob served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jacob Teague, a soldier in the Army..¹

     William was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Thornman, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Phillip was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Phillip served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Phillip Todison, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Major was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Major served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Major Topping, a soldier in the Army..¹ He was on the personal property tax list in 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Major Topping with 0 males age 16-21, 0 blacks over age 16, 0 blacks under age 16, 0 horses & 1 head of cattle.²

     James was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. James served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Tunnell, a seaman in the Navy..² James was named in his father's will on 27 November 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son James Tunnell in the will of Joseph Tunnel Sr., wife Rachel. He was given only 40 shillings..¹

     William was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Tunnell, a seaman in the Navy..¹

     Jacob was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Jacob witnessed a will on 7 February 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jacob Turlington, Henry Scott & John Chandler witnessed the will of John Giddens..¹ Jacob served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jacob Turlington, a soldier in the Army..² Jacob died before 29 January 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Jacob Turlington was granted to William Smith. Jonathan Phillips & Thomas S. Bayly security..³ In 1807 Rachel and Nany Turlington were named as representatives of Jacob Turlington regarding his Rev. War pension.⁴

     John was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. John served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Turnal, a Lieutenant in the Militia..² John was named in his father's will on 27 November 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Tunnell in the will of Joseph Tunnel Sr., wife Rachel. He was given 44 acres of land & the remaninder to my son Joseph & should either offer to sell or rent except to the other, they shall loose their rights & the land to go to Isaiah Tunnell..¹

     William was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Turnal, a soldier in the Army..¹

     William was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Undsill, a Captain in the Navy..²

     Moses was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Moses served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Moses Vesick, a soldier in the Army..^1,2

     In 1768 William Vessells bought 100 acres of A149 (the Wessells farm on Messongo Creek) from John and Rhoda Potter, being the northwest corner of the tract. Four years later Vessells bought 125 acres north of it (from A147) from Spencer and Comfort Drummond. In 1803 William Vessells left to his wife Egnatia the small room in my dwelling house and the small chamber above and a privilege of passing from the one to the other through the house; to his son Walter he left the rest of the house and his 225 acre plantation. In 1837 Walter Wessells (wife Polly Boston) left to his son Henry (L.) the western part of his land where my dwelling house now stands. In 1883 Henry L. left to his nephew John H.S. Wessells, who died intestate in 1936; a son Henry L. was in residence, although the estate had not been divided late in 1937, when the dwelling (shown in Whitelaw) burned to the ground (Whitelaw, p. 1270). In 1772 William Wessells, who owned adjacent land from A149, bought 125 acres of A147 (near Hallwood) from Spencer Drummond II and his wife Comfort (Whitelaw, p. 1261). William Vessels Sen. is listed as a head of an 1800 household, age over 45 (50) with a wife, also over 45 (Nasha, 50), one male 16-26 (Walter Sr, 25), and 8 slaves. In his will written 2 Nov 1802 he named a wife "Egnatia;" sons: Walter and William (land purchased from Spencer Smith); a daughter "Hessey Bird;" a grandson Custis Wessels (under 21); and grandaughters: Elizabeth (Betsy) Thornton, Racheal Thornton and Hessey Thornton. The executors were Elijah Shay and Watlter Wessells; witnesses were Elijah Shay, Valentine Smith and Richard Only; and securites for probate were Valentine Smith and Dixon Hall. William was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Egnatia 'Nasha' (-----) circa 1765.^1,2 William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. William Vessels (Sic) recommended and qualified as an Ensign in the Militia by taking said oath &c. on 26 Nov 1777 (Acc Orders 1777-1789, p. 43)..³ He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁴ William died in 1803 at Messongo, Acc Co, VA.¹ William's will was probated on 31 July 1803 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     James was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. James served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Walker, a seaman in the Navy..¹

     Nehemiah was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Nehemiah served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Nehemiah Walker, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Isaac was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Walters, a Boatswain in the Navy..¹

     Spencer was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Spencer served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Spencer Walters, a seaman in the Navy..¹

     His common name was Samuel. Samuel was born circa 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. Samuel served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Waples (VA): Ensign 2nd Virginia, May 1776; 2nd Lieutenant, 30 Jul 1776; taken prisoner at Brandywine, 11 Sep 1777; escaped 10 Dec 1777; resigned 22 May 1778. (Died 11 Aug 1834.).^1,2 Samuel was paid for public service during the Revolutionary War in 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Waples on a list found in the Archives of the Virginia State Library of Accomack County people who were paid for public service from 1781 to 1783..¹ Samuel died on 11 August 1834.¹

     James was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. James was named in his father's will on 27 July 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James, my child by my wife Comfort in the will of William Warrington..¹ James served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Warrington, a seaman in the Navy..²

     Stephen was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Stephen was named in his father's will on 17 November 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Stephen Warrington in the will of Abbott Warrington, wife Elizabeth. At probated, another Stephen Warrington was appointed guardian to Stephen Warrington, infant heir-at-law..¹ He was named in an orphan's account on 31 August 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. Ezekiel Delastatius, guardian to Stephen, John, Betty & Anne Warrington, orphans, presented their accounts to the court.² He was named in an orphan's account on 30 August 1763 at Accomack Co, VA. Ezekiel Delastatius, guardian to Stephen, John, Elizabeth & Anne Warrington, orphans, presented their accounts to the court.² He was named in an orphan's account on 28 August 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. Ezekiel Delastatius, guardian to Stephen, John & Anne Warrington, orphans, presented their accounts to the court.² Stephen was named in his grandmother's will on 23 March 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Stephen Warrington in the will of Tabitha Warrington..³ Stephen served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Stephen Warrington, a seaman in the Navy..⁴ Stephen was named as administrator of an estate on 28 September 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Warrington was granted to Stephen & Elizabeth Warrington. John Bayly & James Spires were securities..⁵

     Isaac was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Waters, a Boatswain's Mate in the Navy..¹

     Spencer was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Spencer served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Spencer Waters, a soldier in the Army..¹

     James was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. James served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Watkinson, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Levin was born circa 1735 at Accomack Co, VA. Levin was named in his father's will on 2 June 1749 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Levin Watkinson in the will of Cornelius Watkinson, wife Susanna.¹ Levin served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Levin Watkinson, a soldier in the Army..²

     William was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Watkinson, a soldier in the Army..¹

     David was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. David served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as David Watson, a soldier in the Army..¹

     Johannes was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Johannes served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Johannes Watson, a Captain in the Navy..¹ He was security on the administration of an estate on 29 December 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Evans was granted to Lucretia Evans with Johannis Watson securities.² On 28 Oct 1822 it was recorded that Lucretia Bloxom, formerly Lucretia Watson, daughter of Johannes Watson, who was the captain of the Accomack Galley in the service of the Commonwealth of Virginia in the Rev. War, is dead and Sally Bloxom and Fanny Bloxom are her only children and heirs. It was also recorded that Tabitha Bloxom, formerly Tabitha Watson, daughter of Johannes Watson who was captain of the Accomack Galley, is dead and Walter Bloxom, Asbury Bloxom and Peggy Bloxom are her only children and heirs.³

     William was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Watson, a soldier in the Militia..¹

     Zorobabel was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Zorobabel served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Zorobabel Watson, a Lieutenant in the Militia..¹

     Joseph was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Joseph served in the Revolutionary War at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Webb, a seaman in the Navy. On 24 Nov 1834 it was recorded that Jonathan, William, Elizabeth and Betsey Young are the only heirs at law of Joseph Webb, a seaman in the Virginia Navy in the Rev. War..^2,1

     William was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. William served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Welbourne, a soldier in the Militia..¹

     John was born circa 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 21 December 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son John (under age) in the will of Ephraim Wessells, wife Ann. He was given the land purchased of Robert Justice & Joseph Webb when he comes to age..¹ John served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. "It is ordered that John Wessells a soldier in the Continental Line in the Revolutionary War died intestate" (Acc Orders 1832-36, 24 Feb 1834, p. 250). "It is ordered to be certified that it appears to the Court by satisfactory proof that John Wessells Senr., William Wessells, Ephraim Wessells, James Wessells, Catherine Russell, Nancy Wessells, Ephraim Wessells (of N.), Elizabeth Ewell, Sarah Johnson, Catherine Wessells (of N.), Laura Wessells, Isaac Wessells, Nancy Hickman, George Russell (of George), Thomas Russell, James Russell, Lucretia Russell, Esther Russell, Elijah Russell, William Russell, Thomas Moore, Polly Moore, Isaac Sterling, Anna Young, Ephraim Wessells, Senr., Sarah Ann Russell, Nancy Wessells, Catherine Young, Betsey Summers, Arthur F. Wessells, John Wessells, Jr., Richard Wessells, Ephraim Wessells (of B.), Kessey Annis, Susan Annis, Margaret Young, Nancy Dix, Susan Wessells, Samuel Wessells, Delight Russell, Noah Russell, Mary Russell, Southy Russell, Ann Maria Onions, Susan Onions, Westley Onions, Levena Jane Onions and Raymond Melvin Parkes are the only heirs at law of John Wessells who was a soldier in the Virginia Continental Line in the Revolutionay War" (Acc Orders 1832-1836, 29 July 1835, p. 503)..^2,3 John died before 1834.

     Abel was born on 30 May 1734 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,4,1 Abel was named as an heir on 23 January 1749/50 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Abel West, son of John West in the will of Joshua James, wife Rachel.⁵ Abel served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Abel West, a Lieutenant in the Militia..⁶ Abel died on 30 May 1816 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 82.^3,4,1 His body was interred at Old West Place, Craddockville, Acc Co, VA. Whitelaw calls it Cedar Grove or the Charlotte Bayly Place. His epitaph: In memory of Abel West, was born at this place, May 30, 1734 and died May 30, 1816, thus completing the 82 years of his life, Respected by all for his Virtues and Morality..^3,4