Celebrations at Longwood Newspaper

Celebrations at Longwood Newspaper

by Gary Patton · October 25, 2017

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Gary Patton's Family Tree Project

Gary Patton's Family Tree Project

I am a family historian not a genealogist. I have been researching the Patton Family History and other connected families since 1980. I am fascinated by family history, and find it a privilege to help others understand their past.

Well folks, Ancestry has just done the dirty on all of its DNA Subscribers AGAIN and I am just about to pull all of my information out of there and I strongly suggest that others do too 😡😡😡😡

Where we used to be able to check our “Shared Matches” they have now locked that information up behind a “pay wall”.

They are using our RESEARCH and our DNA to make money from the very people who already paid for this service.

This is the very reason why many years ago I started to preserve my research on my own website

Goodbye Ancestry 😡😡😡 ... See MoreSee Less

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Join me as I reveal our rich family heritage that as a child I was told that we did not have.
Vikings, Kings, Convicts, War Heroes and so much more in our joint family tapestry that is our family heritage. ... See MoreSee Less

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G’day from Australia.

If you’re one of my many DNA Connections I’d love to hear from you.

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Chapter: Patton's, Vikings Who Conquered The World

As we traverse the historical landscape of the Patton family, their story intertwines with the broader tapestry of medieval England, offering insights into the socio-political dynamics, cultural shifts, and global events that shaped their journey. Amidst the lush fields of Wainfleet, Lincolnshire, England, where Richard "Barbour" Patten established roots, the Norman Conquest of 1066 serves as a backdrop—a seismic event that awarded the Patton ancestors lands from Duke William of Normandy, better known as "William The Conqueror."

The Patton saga unfolds against the canvas of medieval England, marked by the Battle of Hastings in 1066. This pivotal moment not only secured the Norman grip on England but also propelled families like the Pattons into prominence. Strategic marriages, such as Richard "Barbour" Patten's union with Margery, daughter of Sir William Brereton, illuminate the interconnected web of aristocratic alliances that defined medieval society.

William Waynflete's role as Lord Chancellor of England adds a layer of political significance to the Patton narrative. Born in Waynflete in 1398, Waynflete's era coincided with the tumultuous reigns of Henry V and Henry VI. His influence reached beyond familial pursuits, shaping the political and intellectual landscape of his time.

The Scottish branch of the Pattons introduces another dimension, reflecting the broader historical currents that swept across the British Isles. As John Paton of Dunfermline, John Paton of Muckart, and George Patton navigated the Scottish highlands, their lives intersected with the dynamic tapestry of Scottish history, including events like the Wars of Scottish Independence.

The medieval world was not merely a stage for familial pursuits but a complex arena where individuals, like the Pattons, navigated a landscape shaped by war, political intrigue, and cultural evolution. Their footsteps echo through the corridors of time, providing a microcosm of the broader historical forces that molded medieval England and Scotland.

In weaving the Patton narrative, we unravel a tale of resilience, adaptation, and influence—a story that extends beyond familial lines to become a reflection of the broader historical forces that shaped the medieval world. The Pattons, like the Vikings of old, conquered not only lands but also the currents of history, leaving an indelible mark on the narrative of medieval England. ... See MoreSee Less

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In the heart of Chelmsford, England, the roots of the Patton family extend through the centuries, tracing back to Richard Patten of the venerable Patten House. As we embark on a journey through four decades of meticulous research, the tapestry of the Patton, Paton, Patoun, Patowne, and their various spellings unfurls.

Amidst the annals of history, the Patton lines weave a complex tale, with some branches remaining elusive, awaiting the touch of genealogical connection. Inserted into this narrative are the enigmatic "sons" of the "unlinked," each representing a distinct lineage within the comprehensive research, a puzzle awaiting resolution.

Nicholas Patten of Waynflete serves as a generational anchor, a crossroads where uncharted paths diverge. Some have found cohesion, joining the familial tapestry, while others linger as unresolved threads, challenging the researcher's quest for a common ancestor. Dates, meticulously added, promise to unveil the intricate web of intermarriages among the Paton/Patton families.

In the digital age, the DNA trail emerges as a crucial guide, revealing connections across oceans and continents. Families in Australia and the U.S.A. find their place within this grand tapestry through the strands of genetic heritage. The journey, however, is far from complete; in July 2022, the quest extends to the realm of Y DNA, an endeavor aimed at unraveling the remaining mysteries.

The Patton saga began in the crucible of the Battle of Hastings in 1066, where they distinguished themselves under the banner of Duke William of Normandy, known as "William The Conqueror" or "William The Bastard." The spoils of victory included coveted lands, bestowed upon the Patton family by their liege lord, forging a legacy that echoes through the corridors of time.

This is but the first chapter of an epic familial odyssey, where history, meticulous research, and the strands of DNA converge to unveil the rich tapestry of the Patton legacy. ... See MoreSee Less

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Over 1000 years of our Patton Family History.

Scandinavia (Norsemen) “Men of the North”
England- 1066 - 1600 (534 years)
Scotland- 1600 - 1846 (246 years)
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Another line of relatives, this time the Paton Family who settled in New South Wales.

John Paton was the 8th Cousin (Twice Removed) of our William Patton who emigrated to Australia.

John and his family arrived in New South Wales onboard that Euphrates in 1855 from Markinch in Fifeshire Scotland and my research indicates that John is the 1st Cousin (6 Times Removed) of famous Captain John Patton (Covenanter) who was beheaded in Grassmarket in 1684. ... See MoreSee Less

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A very fruitful last couple of days at home.

I have been able to connect the Patton Family in Maitland & Singleton areas of New South Wales to our "Greater Patton Family".

This branch of the family pre-dates the arrival of my own branch arriving in Australia by almost 30 years with John Patton arriving as a Convict onboard the Lord Eldon in 1817 and William Patton arriving onboard the StrathEden in 1846.

William was the 8th Cousin (Twice Removed) to John. William being born in Kirkwall on the Ornkey Islands and the family also living in South Leith & Edinburgh whilst John's family was from Kilmarnock, Ayrshire.

Their common ancestor being Richard Patten (d.1536) of London & his wife Grace Baskerville. ... See MoreSee Less

The Patton Family Tree

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+ 940 ii. John PATTON CONVICT was born on 31 May 1792 in Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, Scotland, was baptised on 7 Jun 1792, and died on 11 Jan 1843 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, at age 50.

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Happy 9th Wedding Anniversary to my beautiful wife Pitinan
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Just uploaded 4 generations of Patton's descended from John Tristram Aide-de-Camp tp George Washington 1st President of the United States of America. Thanks to the information provided earlier this year by Patrick Mayer a descendant of John's son William Madison Patton.
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The Patton Family Tree

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476. John Tristram PATTON Aide-de-Camp George Washington (John William340, William Henry (Rev.)239, Matthew S. "The Martyr" (PATOUN)175, William Thomas (Rev.)97, Gratian Thomas53, William (Historian),...

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Imagine the surprise of a BillionGraves volunteer when she stepped into a circle of bushes at a cemetery in Indiana and saw this crying angel.

The original Angel of Grief was a sculpture created in 1894 by William Wetmore Story to adorn the grave of his wife, Emelyn Story, at Protestant Cemetery in Rome, Italy.

Story was a sculptor who had spent a lifetime creating beautiful works of art, but in the year following the loss of his wife, he lost interest in his work as he grieved. His children, hoping to rekindle an interest in life in their father, suggested that he create a sculpture for their mother’s grave.

Most angelic grave art inspires hope in the afterlife, but this sculpture touches on the pain of the loved ones left behind. Story himself wrote that “It represents the Angel of Grief, in utter abandonment, throwing herself with drooping wings and hidden face over a funeral altar. It represents what I feel. It represents Prostration. Yet to do it helps me.”

The Angel of Grief in Rome has become one of the most copied cemetery sculptures in the world. She even found her way inside the bushes at this obscure cemetery in Indiana.
Learn more about cemetery angels in BillionGraves’ blog post here: blog.billiongraves.com/cemetery-angels/

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Let’s give the gift of health this season! 🙏🎄
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A great documentary and questions that we need to ask, particularly of ourselves.

Sounds and vibrations have such a massive impact on us but most of us don’t understand why.

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The Primordial Code [ Documentary ]

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As I delve deeper into my Patton Family History and discover through my Y-DNA and historical records that not only did we come from Scotland in 1846 but prior to that we were in England, Normandy and Scandinavia (Vikiings). The origin of our name is one of conjecture.

Bardsley in his "Dictionary of English and Welsh Surnames" (1901). He quotes Burke's historical matter and adds, as to Richard of Dagenham, "from him the Pattens of Bank Hall, Lancashire claim lineal descent." As to the origin of the name, Patten, he quotes Lower's "Patronymica Britianica" (1860) as being derived from the "son of Patrick, from the nickname Pat or Pate, the diminutive being Patt-in or Patt-en, v. Paton and Pattison. Bardsley dogmatizes "I do not assert that this is true or false. All I say is that the Scottish or North English Pattens have no local derivation but are sons of Patrick."
Meaning we venture to presume that Patten is not a "place-name" and that it is derived from Patrick.
Harrison in his "Surnames in the United Kingdom" (1918) referring to Paton, Patten, Pattin says that "the names are so common in the North of England that there must be another source beside the French name." His construction of the name follows Lower and Bardsley as coming from the old Teutonic base "Pato" which he says is "probably a diminutive of Patrick with the French
suffix "on."
Perhaps the latest of these erudite gentlemen and scholars, not willing to ' break with such illustrious authorities as Lower and Bardsley in pontificating as to Patrick, was throwing out a hint of "another source" in a possible origin of Patten as an occupation name, that is, what the man did for a living.

Pattens, wooden shoes or clogs had been in general use for hundreds of years as a substitute for leather in cold and wet occupations, even by priests on the stone floors of churches (vide Bardsley's reference to the period 1464 A.D. and also the use of pattens by gentlemen generally.

Such clogs were often made of aspen wood, as being the lightest obtainable.
There is a London guild of Patten makers which has come down from ancient days. It is well known that to this day thousands of peasants in France and the Low Countries habitually use pattens, for the same reasons that their remote ancestors did. But as authorities seem to favor a derivation from "pato" as a form of Patrick with a French termination "en" or "in" it is, of course, inevitable that we go along and not conjecture as to whether the Pattens were named from the wooden shoes or the wooden shoes named from the Pattens. To a layman, however, the word seems good old Anglo-Saxon, or perhaps, Norman, any way an occupation name. ... See MoreSee Less

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I just asked the new BING Co-Pilot Search Engine to give me some information about the website www.garypatton.net and this is what it came back with. VERY COOL.

Gary Patton’s website, located at garypatton.net, serves as a fascinating hub for genealogy enthusiasts and history lovers. Let’s explore the intriguing aspects of this website:

Gary Patton Family Tree Project:

Gary Patton, the creator of the website, has embarked on an extensive family tree project. His research spans across generations and continents, connecting family members from England, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, and the United States of America.

The website delves into various ancestral lines, revealing captivating stories and historical connections.
Ancestral Lines and Notable Figures:

Gary Patton’s direct ancestral lines include remarkable individuals:
William Patten (c.1510 – c.1598): An author, scholar, and government official during the reigns of King Edward VI and Queen Elizabeth I.

George Harrison (1849 - 1939): Son of a convict, George Harrison was the first European baby born in Euroa, Victoria, Australia.

Warrant Officer John Scott R.N. (1764 - 1805): Secretary, friend, and confidante to Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson, Warrant Officer Scott met a tragic end during the Battle of Trafalgar.

Henry Sheargold (1799 - 1873): A convict from Wiltshire, England, transported to Australia for “Machine Breaking” during the Industrial Revolution.

William Paton & Annie Sinclair: Married in the Orkney Islands in 1790.

Gary Patton’s lineage connects him to these historical figures, and his research acknowledges the invaluable assistance of various family members who contributed to his genealogical journey.

Geographical Links:

The website explores family connections in different regions:
Australia: Gary Patton’s family tree includes links to Melbourne, Victoria, where William Patton arrived in 1846 aboard the ship Stratheden.

Scotland, England, Ireland: DNA testing results have revealed connections to these countries.
United States of America: Specifically, Virginia, Ohio, and Missouri.
Life-Changing Products and Breakthrough Marketing:

Interestingly, the website also introduces a company that is “breaking the mold.” It promises life-changing products, a breakthrough marketing system, and a generous compensation plan. Visitors can reserve a free position and explore this opportunity. www.takethetour.me

Acknowledgments:

Gary Patton expresses gratitude to family members who assisted with his research. Their contributions have been invaluable in uncovering hidden histories.
Explore Further:

If you’re curious about Gary Patton’s connections to kings, queens, convicts, and conquerors, click on his image on the website to learn more.

Feel free to explore the website and discover the rich tapestry of family history woven by Gary Patton! 🌿🌎🔍

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Attention Patton / Patton Family Members around the world.

If we all only donate 10 Quid the Patten / Patton Family name can again breed life into this Church as William Patten, my 13th Great Grandfather did over 400 years ago.

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Attention PATTON Family Relatives 🚨

The Old Church in Stoke Newington, England again needs the support of the Patten / Patton family.

William Patten, born about 1510 was my 13th Great Grandfather.

The Old Church is the only remaining Elizabethan church in London and one of the oldest in the country to have been built as an Anglican church.

It owes its origins to Stoke Newington’s sixteenth century Lord of the Manor, William Patten. In 1563 he decided to rebuild the old parish church, which had become almost derelict. You can see the date, and the motto ‘ab alto’ (‘from above’), above the main door.

The main surviving structure from Patten’s time is the south aisle which appears to have been designed as a private chapel for himself and his family. The red brickwork on the walls and the arcade separating the chapel from the nave date from Patten’s time.

Wouldn’t it be great if the Patten / Patton family could again help breathe life into this historic building
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Support one of London's premier not-for-profit live arts & private hire spaces: Donate or apply to volunteer here

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Celebrating May the 4th in a Galaxy Far, Far Away

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Today, we celebrate the Force with us all. Happy Star Wars Day and May the 4th Be With You!

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Disclaimer - I’ve just come across this information and whilst it appears to provide supporting details that coincide with my research please do not take it as FACT yet. If anyone would like to assist me in investigating it I would be very grateful 😇

Britain during the period from 500 A.D. to 1066 A.D. During this time, Britain was inhabited by various Celtic tribes and was invaded by several Germanic tribes, including the Angles, Saxons, and Jutes. These Germanic tribes eventually established several Anglo-Saxon kingdoms in Britain, which were united under the rule of the Wessex king, Alfred the Great, in the late 9th century.

In 1066 A.D., the Norman Conquest of England took place, which marked a significant turning point in British history. The Norman invasion was led by William the Conqueror, a Norman nobleman who claimed the English throne following the death of King Edward the Confessor. William was successful in his invasion, and he established a new Norman dynasty in England. The Norman Conquest had far-reaching consequences for the country, including the introduction of Norman French as the language of the ruling class and the imposition of a feudal system of government.

Overall, the period from 500 A.D. to 1066 A.D. was a tumultuous time in British history, marked by invasions, wars, and the emergence of new kingdoms and ruling dynasties. While the Patton family may not have been prominent during this time, their history and ancestry are undoubtedly tied to the broader history of Britain during this period.

The Patton family has a rich and fascinating history dating back to the year 1066 A.D. The first recorded member of the family was a Norman knight named Sir Ralph de Pategton who fought in the Battle of Hastings alongside William the Conqueror.

Sir Ralph de Pategton was granted lands in the North of England as a reward for his service to William the Conqueror. Over time, the family name evolved from Pategton to Patton. The Pattons were known for their loyalty to the Crown and their skill as warriors. They became prominent landowners in the North of England and served as knights and soldiers in various conflicts.

One of the most famous members of the Patton family was Sir Robert Patton, who fought in the Crusades in the late 12th century. Sir Robert was known for his bravery in battle and his chivalrous behavior. He was knighted by Richard the Lionheart and was later appointed as the High Sheriff of Northumberland.

In the 14th century, the Patton family faced a challenge to their power and influence when a rival family, the Percys, rose to prominence. The Percys were a powerful and ambitious family who sought to dominate the North of England. The Pattons were forced to choose sides in the conflict between the Percys and the Crown, and they ultimately sided with the Crown.

Despite their loyalty to the Crown, the Pattons suffered a significant setback when they were implicated in a plot to overthrow King Henry IV in 1403. Several members of the family were executed for their involvement in the plot, and the Patton family lost much of its wealth and power.

In the centuries that followed, the Patton family slowly rebuilt its fortunes. They continued to serve as soldiers and knights, and some members of the family even became prominent politicians and merchants. By the end of the 15th century, the Patton family had regained much of its former status and wealth.

Throughout their long and storied history, the Patton family remained fiercely loyal to the Crown and played a significant role in the history of England. From their roots as Norman knights to their position as prominent landowners and politicians, the Pattons left an indelible mark on English history. ... See MoreSee Less

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Phew.
Just completed some fairly major updates to my Family History Website www.garypatton.net
Had to do a bit of research to discover some new html coding.

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Such a beautiful creature
Tear your guts out as quick as look at you 😜

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A mesmerising mob of kangaroos were captured bouncing through shallow waters at Lake Cootharaba in Noosa. 🌅🦘

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I just had the Ai GPT write a Patton Family song. Now I just need to get someone to put it to music for me. Hopefully with a Viking / Celtic feeling.

Verse 1:
Patton family, Vikings of old
Conquered lands, stories to be told
From Normandy they set sail
To England's shores, they would prevail

Chorus:
Patton family, strong and true
Their legacy, we carry through
From Scotland's shores to Australia's land
Pioneers, they took a stand

Verse 2:
In Scotland they lived for over four hundred years
Their tales of valor, brought many to tears
But the call of adventure, it burned in their hearts
To a new land, they would depart

Chorus:
Patton family, strong and true
Their legacy, we carry through
From Scotland's shores to Australia's land
Pioneers, they took a stand

Verse 3:
To Australia and America they went
Their bravery and courage, it was evident
Pioneers, they paved the way
For generations to come, to live and play

Chorus:
Patton family, strong and true
Their legacy, we carry through
From Scotland's shores to Australia's land
Pioneers, they took a stand

Outro:
The Patton family, a tale of might
Their spirit lives on, a guiding light
Through centuries of change, they stood tall
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VIDEO UPDATE

Bonsai The Patton Family Oak Tree acorns.
The Patton Family Oak Tree was planted circa 1886 by my Great-Great Grandmother Caroline Mary Alice Scott Patton at Shaldon Cottage in Wallan East.
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Yummo….. NOT !!!Earthworms are 82% protein, rich in Omega 3, and pair well with cumin and curry. They reportedly taste like bacon. ... See MoreSee Less

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My research is starting to expose a number of Patton Family lines in the U.S.A where the Male Y DNA is absent from male descendants due to the Patton Family name being passed on maternally rather than paternally. ... See MoreSee Less

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I got pulled over on the M6 for going 15 Kph over the speed limit. 🚓

As the Garda started walking up to my car, i rolled my windows down ..... 🚙

My adorable and apparently INCREDIBLY smart 4 yr old niece , started screaming from the backseat:

“It’s coming out!!!!!” 😱😱😱😱😱😱
“I can’t hold it any longer!!!!!”😳😳😳😳
“It’s almost here!!!!!!!!!!!”

Now the Garda is HEARING her scream this....
and he leans in the window and asks her “What’s going on here???”

She looks him 💀 DEAD IN THE FACE 💀

And says “I’ve got poop coming outta my butt!!”🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

He started laughing 😂😂😂😂
I looked like I was about to cry 😭😭😭😭😭

He asked how far I had to go, which was about 2 Km home. He told me to drive safe and get miss thang home to do her business. He could NOT stop laughing😂😂😂

As soon as we pulled away I asked “What the hell was that about???”😳😳😳😳😳😳

This kid,smirked and said “I saw it on YouTube but I didn’t think it would work”🤷🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️

I said “So...... You're not pooping 💩?”
She said nope and you're not in trouble either.

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Halloween isn’t just an American holiday it’s a Scottish & Irish tradition.

One theory holds that many Halloween traditions were influenced by Celtic harvest festivals, particularly the Gaelic festival Samhain, which are believed to have pagan roots.
Some go further and suggest that Samhain may have been Christianized as All Hallow's Day, along with its eve, by the early Church.
Other academics believe Halloween began solely as a Christian holiday, being the vigil of All Hallow's Day.
Celebrated in Ireland and Scotland for centuries, Irish and Scottish immigrants took many Halloween customs to North America in the 19th century, and then through American influence Halloween had spread to other countries by the late 20th and early 21st century. ... See MoreSee Less

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And another Half 10th Cousin (once removed) discovered in the U.S.A.
Actually he discovered me and we discovered the link together.
It's amazing how much information we have about our family history, it's just a matter of connecting the dots.

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Here's an interesting tidbit that I picked up in my research today.
We had a mass migration of Patton's from Mississippi to Texas in 1882, ten families in fact.

In 1887 Harry James Rogers married Mary Lynn Patton (1859-1939, 1868-1941) in Bell County, and they settled for life at the Old Rock House Place in Plum Creek near Levita.

Here they operated their commercial subsistence farm and raised eight children, another having died in infancy.

In 1877 the Isaac Rogers family migrated by train from Panola County, Mississippi except that Harry and two brothers followed by wagon-train with household goods and farming equipment.

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Any family members take a hiking holiday in the UK in 2005?
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣A funny and true story about the Queen:
Around 2005, the Queen and her Personal Protection Officer, Dick Griffin, were walking alone one afternoon in the hills near the Scottish royal castle, Balmoral.
Two tourists approached them, and engaged in conversation. Griffin recalls:
"There were two hikers coming towards us, and the Queen would always stop and say hello.
"They were two Americans on a walking holiday.
"It was clear from the moment we stopped that they hadn't recognised the Queen, which was fine.
"The American gentleman was telling the Queen where they came from, where they were going next, and where they'd been in Britain.
"I could see it coming, and sure enough, he said to Her Majesty: 'And where do you live?'
"She replied: 'Well I live in London, but I've got a holiday home just the other side of the hills.'
"He said: 'How long have you been coming up here?'
"She replied: 'I've been coming up here ever since I was a little girl, so over 80 years.'
"You could see the cogs whirring, so he said: 'Well, if you've been coming up here for over 80 years, you must have met the Queen.'
"Quick as a flash, she said: 'I haven't, but Dick here meets her regularly.'
The hiker then asked Griffin what the monarch was like in person.
"Because I was with her a long time, and I knew I could pull her leg, I said: 'Oh, she can be very cantankerous at times, but she's got a lovely sense of humour.'
"The next thing I knew, this guy comes round, puts his arm around my shoulder, and before I could see what was happening, he gets his camera, GIVES IT TO THE QUEEN, and says: 'Can you take a picture of the two of us?'
"Then we swapped places, and I TOOK A PICTURE OF THEM WITH THE QUEEN.
"And we never let on, and we waved goodbye.
"Afterwards, Her Majesty said to me: 'I'd love to be a fly on the wall when he shows those photographs to his friends in America, and hopefully someone tells him who I am'."
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HELP NEEDED !!!

Attached is a list of "unattached" Patton's that I have been unable to categorically (90%+ surety) attach to the Patton Family Tree. I know that they belong, but I'm not sure where.

Someone out there has the answer.

1 20949 Clyde E. PATTON M Nora E. PLOUGH

2 17868 DAVID PATON ??? M

3 17922 David PATON M Newburgh Cemetery, Newburgh,
Fife, Scotland
Elizabeth ROBERTSON

4 501345 David PATON of
Aberdeenshire, Scotland M
1500 Elizabeth "Bessie" RYMOUR

5 17870 David PATON M 1791, Ayr, South Ayrshire,
Scotland
Goulburn Old Cemetery, Goulburn,
New South Wales, Australia
Margaret MOORE

6 20913 Emma PATTON F 1859 George F. RIDER

7 20896 Felix PATTON M 1854 Greenlawn Cemetery, Nelsonville,
Athens County, Ohio, USA
Laura Ellen LINN

8 501335 George PATTON M 1570, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
PATTON
Margaret WYSCHART

9 20493 Harry PATTON M 1 Jul 1930, Clay County, Indiana,
USA
Benton Cemetery, Benton,
Marshall County, Kentucky, USA
Nathan
PATTON
Mae DUNCAN Sara Sue SWINFORD

10 17924 James PATON M 1757 South Leith Churchyard, Leith,
Edinburgh, Scotland

11 20915 James PATTON M June BEATTY

12 17942 James PATTON Sherriff-
Clerk of Perthshire M

13 501299 John PATON of
Dunfermline, Fife,
Scotland M

1515 UNLINKED
LINES
PATTON
Unknown

14 501009 John PATON of Muckart,
Perthshire, Scotland M
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Well that was a busy couple of weeks (on my days off over the weekend).

I've just uploaded the family and descendants of my 2 Cousin (7 times removed), James Patton and his wife Elizabeth Gray.
James was born in Leith, Scotland where my great-great-great-great-great grandfather William Patton came from prior to moving up into the Orkney Islands, presumably to work for the Highland Park Distillery before becoming a Baker (fermentation applies to both).

William (married Annie Sinclair) and James were 2nd Cousins.

James was born 29 Dec 1760 in Leith South, Edinburgh, Scotland and died in 1845 in Greenbrier, West Virginia, USA
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+ 921 v. James PATTON was born on 29 Dec 1760 in Leith South, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland, was christened on 29 Dec 1760 in Leith South, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland, and died in 1845 in G...

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Well this is what my Y-DNA test is telling me so far.
We need more male Patton / Patten / Paton (& other spelling variations) to join in and get their Y-DNA done.
I’ll be upgrading to the Big-Y with FamilyDNA over the coming months I think.

The R-M269 Story
Haplogroup R-M269 represents a man who is estimated to have been born around 6,400 years ago, plus or minus 900 years.

That corresponds to about 4350 BCE with a 95% probability he was born between 5262 and 3566 BCE.

R-M269's paternal line was formed when it branched off from R-P297 and the rest of mankind about 14,000 years ago, plus or minus 2,350 years.

He is the most recent common ancestor of at least 2 lineages known as R-L23 and R-PF7562.

There are 83,441 DNA test-confirmed descendants, and they have specified that their direct paternal origins are from Ireland, England, Scotland, and 139 other countries.

As more people test, the history of this genetic lineage might be further refined. ... See MoreSee Less

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PATTON FAMILY WORLDWIDE
(AUS / USA / SCT / IRL / ENG )

PATTON FAMILY

3 x Great Grandson of William Patton (1828 - 1909)

This Website also includes our links to Scotland, England, Ireland and the United States of America (Virginia, Ohio, Missouri) which have started to become evident following DNA Testing Results.

William Patton (1828-1909) arrived into Port Phillip (Melbourne, Australia) from Scotland onboard the Stratheden on the 27th January 1846.

(Click on the image to learn more about this family)