Notes for William Hendren, Sr: In revolutionary war, VA. His great grandson said he was 'staff' officer, probably a sergeant. Don't believe went to NC until after the war. Will written 12 Sept, 1831 and proved in August 1838 term of court William's home was located about 14 miles by road directly so of Wilkesboro on Runting Creek on what is now known as Rocky Creek. Home was located in a small meadow about 50 yds from Rocky Creek. Land was very steep and rough except for perhaps 5 to 10 acres of 'bottom' land along the creek. He kept sheep and apparently spent most of his time with them and his weaving.
a William Hendren was in the 72nd Virginia Militia from Russell County,VA
son Stephen and his son Ambrose and his son William and his son Clarence all lived within 3 miles of Williams home and Clarence's son C. James was born there
Some thought Harrison 1810 was also a son, not on list from family bible as per Don Hayes in 1982[hendren10.FTW]
There is a tobacco plantation lease dated 1740 where John, wife Margaret, and son William had signed a 25 year lease.
More About William Hendren, Sr: Burial: Wilkes Co,NC.1188, 1189
More About William Hendren, Sr and Letitia Charlotte Taylor: Marriage: Abt. 17631190
Children of William Hendren, Sr and Letitia Charlotte Taylor are:
William Hendren, Sr (b. Abt. 1739, d. January 07, 1838)
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