Kathryn: Henry William E. Hancock was born September 19, 1822 in Tattnall County, Georgia, and died January 18, 1895 in Hernando County, Florida. He was married to Carolyn Townsend. His father was Shadrack "Black Shade" Hancock, and his mother was Ann Van Zant. Hope this helps. Bill Hancock, Winter Garden, Fl.