This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Rayhunting Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.griffin/3771.1.3.1.1.1.2.1.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Well, our John Griffin was born in NC ca 1800, married and had a family in Jefferson County and later moved on into neighboring Cocke County, TN. Harmond could possibly be a brother to John or even a cousin. John Griffin had 12 children, so he could have come from a large family also. Just a speculation. 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.