Beverly....Saw your request for info on FREELAND surname in Preston County. I would be very interested in reading any articles pertaining to this family. I have a David FREELAND born 16 April 1809 died 13 April 1887. Was son of John FREELAND and Mary McCANN. Buried in Terra Alta, WVA. David was married to Nancy A. GIBBS born 1810 died 09 December 1874. Buried in Terra Alta, WVA. Was daughter of Aaron GIBBS and Nancy ??. Aaron GIBBS was my 3rd Great Grandfather. I have David married a 2nd time to Lucy Catherine SMITH. Hope this helps. Norma, Norfolk, VA