This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: canoe2tally Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.boyd/7207.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks for the hints about military service especially other than PA. There are some records that indicate Robert who may have been born 1766 in Ireland, was a Capt or Col. and they also seem to be mixed up with son JT Boyd, who was born in Chambersburg in 1781.) They along with other relatives Wilsons and Mercers) came through New Castle Delaware, then west. I will keep looking. Molly Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board. <br>