Hi Darrel A. Martin.... Thanks for the info. about the correct term for people from Scotland. (grin)......... I'm wondering if that town, Cavendish was a place where men joined the CW. I think Rockingham is the place the reunion of CW veterans took place and not a home town. That is interesting that Caledonia is an ancient name for Scotland..... I've been reading about "Scotch American Company" in the book: "History of Ryegate Vermont 1774-1912".....by Miller and Wells. We feel our Ellis' came over abt. 1840's. There may be a connection to Ayr, but my father say's they were Highlanders, dairy farmers and very tall. I know that describes lots of people, but.......oh, I'm pulling out straws........! I've only been into genealogy for a bit over a year and am lucky to have patience. Have found much more than we expected already. Thank you for your help... Gloria Jean Ellis