I'm stumped. I'm looking for the ancestors of Edward Watson (specifically, his father). Edward died in England in the 1790s at or near Deptford or Portsmouth. I believe his wife's name was Ann Boswell. Their children were John Watson (born abt. 1746), Elizabeth Watson, Mary Watson and Simon Watson (born abt. 1758). John Watson married Sarah Noakes around 1773 -- John died in 1799 and Sarah died in 1828 or 1858. They came to the United States (or possibly Canada). Their children were Anna Watson, Harriet Watson, Sarah Watson, John Watson, Dorcas Watson, Thomas Watson, Henry Watson and Joseph Watson, some of whom were born in England. I've got more information on the descendants, of course, but I am really perplexed at the identity of Edward Watson's parents and brothers and sisters. Anyone connnected to this line? John Watson Sharp [email protected]