This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: netengr137 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.wright/15187.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: What do you mean by 2nd generation English? If you think their gr gr grandfather came over from England, it's simply not true. Orville and Wilbur Wright, the flyers, were about 9th generation. Descended from the Wrights of Kelvedon Hall. Middle John, son of Lord John Wright of Kelvedon Hall. Middle John was from WrightsBridge having gained control of Havering from his father after his death. Deacon Samuel Wright came to Massachusetts abt 1635. 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.