This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: sug53 Surnames: Steele / Crockett Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.steele/3087.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Nancy - The Steele's mentioned in this book originally came from Scotland, perhaps through Ireland. Reuben Steele was born in Scotland abt 1720 in Argylle County. His wife was a Crockett and they came to America before 1750. They came through Philadelphia and settled in the Shenandoah Valley. Their son, Robert, is the first of the line in America with positive identification and documentation. The chapter names: Samuel Steele, Edmond STeele, William Steele, David Steele, Reuben Steele, Crockett Steele, George Steele and Oury Steele. I don't see a connection with your family, but will keep the names in mind. Regards, Sue 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.