John: It is evident that you are extremely knowledgeable and have done a lot of research. I greatly appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experience. I was going to email you to ask for direction in my research of Captain John. Now you've given me a lead to check the Indian Muster Rolls from the War of 1812 and afterwards. Since I don't have a surname, I'll have to follow every Captain John I identify. Wish there was an easier way, but right now I can't think of any. On a side note, my ancestors had a white attorney who stated that he would provide written proof of their status as Choctaw. He knew the family extremely well. That information was not included in the enrollment case file. I'm going to call the National Archives in Fort Worth, TX today to find out why I didn't receive the attorney's papers and ask what I need to do to obtain a copy. I'll also check with the Mississippi State Archives and the local historical society to see if they have the law firm's records. I think this information would be most helpful and it may have Captain John's surname, age, or something to help me further my research. Again, thanks for sharing your knowledge. If you think of anything else that might help me, please let me know. Lori