Cindy, for what it's worth, here's my 2 cents. I'm not sure we can even start with that simple statement. I have multiple males with variations of the name John Peter or Johann Peter in my records, with birthdates ranging from 1740 thru 1750. At this point, I'd have to say that there is a very high probability that there was a John Peter Keim born in 1745, but with a qualifier that there may be more than one. Sherry in Colorado In a message dated 3/25/2006, [email protected] writes: To begin this, we need to clarify WHICH John Peter Keim we're discussing. We'll start with this statement: John Peter Keim was born 1745. PLEASE read and, to the best of your knowledge, reply whether (1) it's FACT, (2) it's NOT fact, or (3) it COULD BE true. Add'l comments are of course welcome.