This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: kittyfeigler Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.wells/52.100.1261/mb.ashx Message Board Post: he was born in 1822 and died 1870 . he is my 2nd. g-grandfather. yes his father was Major Nathaniel Wells. he fought in the war if 1812. he bought 2 brass cannons and they were 2 of the 6 they had at the battle. 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.