Hello Jean, Thanks for responding to my THURMAN enquiry. Sorry, but I dont know which William II you are referring to. I have several William Thurmans but very little information on them. I have only been researching for about a year so obviously have a long way to go. I have no Benge surnames listed either but if they are connected with Thurman then I am very interested. I would appreciate seeing your information if you don't mind. Several of my Thurmans were located in Virginia so I am very envious of you being able to go there for your research. Have a nice trip, and good luck on the research. Hope to hear from you later. Darrell Thurman in Scio, Oregon