This is my first post to this list. Hope someone can help me. My g-g- grandfather was Banister (Bannister) BOND who was born according to census reports either VA or AL ca 1772. He served in War of 1812, but I found nothing there. He married Rachel CLARY, formerly MARTIN 10 May 1821 in Madison Co, IL. They first lived in Menard Co, IL and then moved to Davis Co, IA, where he died 13 Aug 1879. His tombstone says, over 100 yrs. We were always told that he was 107 when he died. He perhaps was married first to a Margaret (Peggy) SILVEY as we found a marriage record for a Bannister BOND & Peggy SILVEY for 12 May 1813 in Madison Co, AL. No divorce record, but a notice in a newspaper that he would no longer be responsible for her debts. I have a lot of information on the children of Banister and Rachel, if anyone is interested. Would appreciate any help. Thanks in advance. Betty Gregory BGreg3116@aol.com