In a message dated 98-11-06 15:58:12 EST, you write: << Hi, We are researching Graves also, (wifes sister's line) as they came into Randolph County, NC. William Graves born early 1700s or so was an explorer. Have to wonder if these were connected? Ken >> Hi Ken, I have not done any research on the Graves family, except for the connection to the Farnifold Green family. Farnifold Green was married a lady named Hannah, and her last name is the question. Some say her maiden name was Kent, and some say Consolvo. What ever her maiden name, she married a Mr.Smithwick before marring Farnifold Green in 1693. After Farnifold Green was killed in about 1714 by the Indians, his widow must have married Capt. Richard Graves whose will is dated April 11, 1730. Richard Graves was the brother of Thomas Graves who married Sara Turner. Thomas Graves was an officer of the Virginia Company and came to Virginia in the fall of 1608. That is all I have on the Graves family., and would love to have any correction you may have. Hope this helps. Tom Green