Bob; Simeon Lewis SPARKMAN was an older brother of my GG Grandfather Elijah Byrd SPARKMAN. According to the book "Plant City - Its Origin and History" the Second Indian War ended in 1842 and the Third Indian War began in 1855. On page 43, it states that a volunteer company was commanded by Captain S. L. Sparkman from December 1, 1855 to January 1, 1857. Also, it gives some of family names on the roster (Platt, Collins, Blocker, Frier, Hollingsworth, Lanier, Rogers, Sparkman, Harris and Carney). Hope this helps. Simeon C. Sparkman, Jr. SCSPARKY@aol.com PS: I'm subscribed in the "Digest" mode. Does anyone know a better way than "cut and paste" to reply. PPS: Bob Lehto (bhippo@erols.com) wrote: I know this is research that I can do myself, but I'm excited about a new insight and it will be several days before I can get to a library. So I'm soliciting the assistance of the good folks on this list. On July 25, 1849 in the Itchepuckesassa/Alafia area, a Volunteer Militia Company was organized by Simeon L. Sparkman. Does anyone know how long this company remained in existence and roughly in what areas they served? The stepfather of my wife's grandfather served in this outfit. Tnx for any help. -- Bob Lehto bhippo@erols.com Rootsweb Donor Plus You live as long as you are remembered ~ Finnish/Russian Proverb