This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: madisoni Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.oliver/576.635.642.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: General Francis Marion was also known as the "Swamp Fox" and was a famous general from SC during the Revolutionary War. That's is why you see so many men during that era named for him. He led American forces through swamps in SC to sneak up on the Brits. 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.