This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Copeland Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/ikJ.2ACIB/1598 Message Board Post: Philip, John, and Thomas Copeland all lived in Strasburg Twp, Lancaster Co, PA around 1800-1821. John was Philip's son according to will. Thomas born in Strasburg abt 1810. Philip died in 1821. Philip had 3 males living with him according to 1790 Census. Trying to prove that Thomas Copeland is son, grandson, or nephew of Philip Copeland. Trying to identify Philip's sons, which would be John's siblings. Philip's wife is "Eleanor" according to property deed in Strasburg. Philip held horse races in Strasburg area. Another Philip, born abt 1826, who became a horse dealer, may be original Philip's grandson. Any additional information greatly appreciated.