This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AnneHalford Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.downing/2238.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: It would be helpful to include approximate dates and location. This board covers Downings in several countries Your grandfather could have been born 1850-1955 depending on your age, your parent's age when you were born, and the grandfather's age when your father/mother was born. .. The adoptees' grandchildren might not know the names of their natural great-grandparents. 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>