> Kathy , My 6x grandmother, JANET McWILLIAM of Kirmachel, b. abt. 1715, was also aboard the "Jackie". She was sailing to America to join her son, George McWIlLLIAM (b. 15 Mar 1749 Whithorn) who had arrived in May 1774 aboard the "Gale" along with the family of John and Elizabeth MILLROY whose daughter, Mary, he later married. They settled in Saratoga County, New York. Unfortunately, I've not been able to learn about these families in Wigtownshire Enjoy your journey! Pamela Gibson Colorado, USA > My family left Scotland in May 1775 from Port Stranraer via the Jackie > of > Glasgow and traveled to US and settled in North Carolina. We have had > research completed by Debrett that traces us back to Wigtonshire/New > Luce/Inch.