This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: my440sixpack Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.virginia.counties.russell/7413/mb.ashx Message Board Post: The widow of Joseph Hatfield, Rachel Smith Hatfield, filed for pension & bounty land in Campbell Co TN, and Scott Co TN. Joseph Hatfield & Rachel Smith were married 28 Oct 1779, apparently in Russell CO VA. Joseph died 29 Aug 1832. Joseph was an Indian Spy during the Rev War period in Russell Co VA & served before & after the marriage. Jean Smith of Campbell Co TN said he was the best woodsman on the frontier. William Hansard(age 90 in 1853)and Margaret Hansard(age 91 in 1853) said they were near neighbors of Joseph Hatfield during his service. Richard Crabtree of Campbell Co TN in 1843 made statement for Rachel. Rachel was 80 yrs old in 1843. 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.