This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Maryiola Surnames: Jackson Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.jackson/5492.5586.1.2.1.1.1.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I strongly suggest that a male Jackson test with FTDNA because to me it seems better to KNOW that you either match the Hempstead line one of the others... knowing your haplotype is not enough... that is my opinion.. Able Jackson was my 3rd great grandfather. His son John my 2nd and his son Able Richmond was my great grandfather. All of the Hempstead Jacksons are related to me but If any of you are related to me closer than Able or John or even Able Richmond... I would love to exchange info with you. Mary Russell 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.