Re: Will-John Byrd-1716, Chowan Precinct, NC
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Re: Will-John Byrd-1716, Chowan Precinct, NC
Jeffrey Hawkins 6/12/01
Jeff,
A couple of items may be of help in your research:
1) Northampton County was formed 1741 from Bertie County; Bertie was formed 1722 from Chowan. (per The NC Historical Commission - 1940)
2)William Byrd, son of John d. 1716 was born about 1704 (actual date subject to discussion); your Martha b. 1837 would most likely be a great granddaughter of Wm 1704.There are a couple of Byrd researchers who have looked into the Wm line.
My line is through John 1716's son Richard.Good hunting.And lest I forget, the work on John 1716's will by Richard is nothing short of wonderful.