My ggrandfather was Thomas Arendal, born in Pontotoc Co., Mississippi in 1830. His father was Joel Arendal, who was born in Spartanburg District, SC in 1791. Joel bought land from the US Government in Mississippi and Alabama in the 1830's, and the family eventually made its way to Central Texas. I do not have the name of Joel's wife. I know there are several variations on the spelling, but ARENDAL is the spelling used by my branch of the family. Others are ARENDALE, ARENDELL, and of course, ARNOLD. Any information is appreciated. Thanks. Fred Peebles