This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/Wm.2ADEB/2422.1.1.1 Message Board Post: Yes , it is possible that he is related. Nicholas had a son named Jacob. Jacob was born in 1847 Messen, Solothurn, Switzerland. Which is my GG Grandfather , In His obit , it mentioned that they stop in Ohio, before coming to IA. Nicholas was Born in 1820 Switzerland, So it could be a Brother , or cousin. Do you know who Jacob's father is? I don't have my family info with me right now, But if you want to check into this further, Let me know & I'll be happy to help in any way I can to see if the pieces fit. E-mail me @ Kris_tigger@hotmail.com If you have more questions, I'll try to answer what I can. Kris