Thanks so much Vee, for the information on the Patriot War and the Caroline. I should have consulted my notes instead of my memory! The statement that was given to me by the Niagara Co. Historian's Office is: "Jacob Frantz of Akron Road took up arms against the British in the Steamer Caroline Incident." There was no further source. I had read about the Caroline being sent over the Falls in a book about the Great Lakes but am glad to get the whole picture. Jacob was about 17 years old at this time and no doubt was eager for adventure. How I would love to know his story! Thank you again, Suzanne Frantz St. Clair, Michigan