DESCENDANTS OF JOSEPH BRAGG - Generation Four
13. John4 Bragg Sr. (Joseph3, Joseph2, Joseph1) was born on 15 October 1741. He married Hannah Tolson on 24 June 1765 at North Carolina.70
In 1800, John was a resident of Craven Co., North Carolina, at the time of the Census.71
Hannah Tolson was born on 17 August 1742.
Known children of John4 Bragg Sr. and Hannah Tolson were as follows:
Samuel Pettit was born on 1 January 1761 at Somerset Co., New Jersey. He died on 7 April 1814 at Scott Co., Kentucky.
Known children of Elizabeth4 Bragg and Samuel Pettit were:
During the Revolutionary War, Thomas was a Captain under Colonel Christopher Greenup. He commanded a company of the Virginia Militia.76
Lucy Neville Blakemore was born on 8 April 1764 at Frederick Co., Virginia.75 She died on 1 November 1862 at Lewis Co., Kentucky.75 She was buried at Woodland Cemetery, Vanceburg, Lewis Co., Kentucky; her tombstone reads "Lucy Blakemore Bragg was born April 8, 1764 in Frederick Co., Virginia and married to Thomas Bragg Sept. 20, 1781 and died in Lewis County, Kentucky, Nov. 1, 1862. Ninety eight years old, with a mind clear and brilliant to the last."
Known children of Thomas4 Bragg Sr. and Lucy Neville Blakemore were as follows:
William was in the Revolutionary War and served in the 3rd Virginia Regiment under Lt. Joseph Blackwell, was injured and discharged in 1777.39
On 28 October 1785 at Fauquier Co., Virginia, William bought 118 acres from Cornelius and Jenny Bussy for 100 pounds.39
On 22 May 1786 at Fauquier Co., Virginia, William and Ruth Bragg sold 58 acres to Humphrey Arnold for 58 pounds.39
On 26 November 1787 at Fauquier Co., Virginia, William and Ruth Bragg sold 60 acres to Samuel Porter for 40 pounds.39
On 25 May 1789 at Fauquier Co., Virginia, Humphrey Arnold sold to William Bragg a negro girl named "Rose" for 5 pounds. The Bill of Sale was witnessed by Reuban Bragg and Ann Bragg. It was recorded on 28 Dec 1789 in Fauquier Co., VA Deed Book 10, Pg. 201.39
17 May 1819 Oglethorpe Co., Georgia, William Bragg applied for a Revolutionary War Pension he stated that he lived in Oglethorpe, Georgia, aged 65, in 1821 he lived in Madison County, Georgia aged 66?? with wife aged 60. Widow Ruthy applied 27 June 1844 Madison County, Georgia aged 84, stated they were married in March 1778 and that he died in 1834. Children were; Gorge b. 9 April 1779 & died 26 September 1787, William Jr. b. 12 April 1781, 1 child (name illegible) b. 4 November 1783, Joseph b. 3 July 1786, 2 or 3 children whose names and birth dates were illegible, George Dozzer Bragg b. 10 March 1793, Ruthey b. 24 September 1795, 2 more children whose names & birth dates were illegible, and Humphrey A. Bragg b. in 1802, widow d. 30 November 1844 leaving children; Joseph, Nancy Ballinger, George, Susannah Berryman and Humphrey A. Bragg.81
Since William and Ruth named a son Humphrey A., it would be suspect that Ruth's father would have been Humphrey Arnold, but she was not mentioned in his Will, but a it did list a son George Arnold, who probably was Ruth's brother as they did name their first child George. They lived in Hamilton Parish on land next to Humphrey Arnold's.39
Ruthy Arnold was born circa 1760 at Virginia.39 She died on 30 November 1844 at Madison Co., Georgia.81
Known children of William4 Bragg and Ruthy Arnold were as follows:
Joseph was given a land grant on 7 August 1788 at Augusta Co., Virginia, by Edmund Randolph Esquire, Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia in consideration of part of a land office treasury warrant number 10717. There is granted by the said Commonwealth unto Joseph Bragg assigness of Edward Robinet a certain tract or parcel of land containing 30 acres by survey bearing date 13 April 1787, lying and being in the county of Augusta on both sides of Black Thorn Creek below Robinet's land. Signed by Edmund Randolph Esq. on 7 August 1788.87
Joseph was given a land grant on 15 August 1794 at Pendleton Co., Virginia, by Henry Lee Esquire, Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, by virtue of a Land Office Treasury Warrant Number 9409, issued 27 Nov 1781, a certain tract or parcel of land, containing five acres, by survey bearing date 23 Feb 1791lying an dbeing in the County of Pendleton, on Black Thorn, an East Branch of the South Branch of Potowmack.88
On 1 October 1799 at Pendleton Co., Virginia, Joseph and Margaret Bragg sold to Leonard Props 2 tracts; 30 acres on both sides of Black Thorn Creek, below Robenet and 5 acres adjoining other tract on an east branch of Black Thorn for the sum of £40. Acknowledged in Court by both on 1 Oct 1799.89
Margaret (--?--) was born circa 1762. She married William Richmond on 8 February 1809 at Greenbrier Co., Virginia. She died circa 1833 at Greenbrier Co., Virginia.
Known children of Joseph4 Bragg and Margaret (--?--) were as follows:
Known children of Mary4 Bragg and Green Bailey were:
He was also known as Doshur Brag.90
In 1794 at Oglethorpe Co., Georgia, Robert Martin & Sarah his wife of Oglethorpe Co., GA to Dozar Bragg "Now of State of Gerogia", £50 for 200 acres.91
Dozier was on the tax return list in 1794 at Warren Co., Georgia.90
On 31 August 1797 at Oglethorpe Co., Georgia, Doshur sold to George Bailey for $30.00 a negro girl named Minnie about 13-14 years of age and her increase. Signed by Doshur Bragg and Mary Bragg. Witnesses Harris Gresham, Thomas Bragg and John Bragg.92
In 1800, Dozier was a resident of Oglethorpe Co., Georgia, at the time of the Census.93
Dozier Bragg left a will on 17 March 1803 at Oglethorpe Co., Georgia, and it listed wife Mary and children Joseph, Nelly, Sarah and Thomas. Gave $1.00 to Thomas and after decease of wife, my plantation to son Joseph. Executors George Bailey and Thomas Rhodes. witnesses James Stovall, John Vickers and Stephen Bailey.94
Dozier's estate was probated on 3 February 1804 at Oglethorpe Co., Georgia.94
Known children of Dozier4 Bragg and Mary (--?--) were as follows:
David was given a land grant after having made full payment in 1782 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, of 270 acres on Watkins Fork on the branch of Horse Creek.96
In 1790 David was appointed as Captain in the Sullivan County Militia.
On 5 November 1793 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, Thomas Bragg Sr., for the good will & love he bears for his said son, David, for 5 shillings sterling, gave him 100 acres in Sullivan Co., on Walkers Fork of Horse Creek including the plantation where Larkin Learpoint formerly lived. Witnessed by George and Thomas Vincent. Proven in open court by George Vincent, December session 1793. Recorded 20 Sep 1794.33
In 1796 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, David sold the 270 acres that was granted him by the state of North Carolina to William Melton.97
On 5 December 1798 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, David Bragg sold to William Melton 260 acres on Horse Creek, recorded on 18 Aug 1808.97
On 30 April 1811 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, David Bragg bought from Peter and Joshua Morgan, 276 acres on Horse Creek, recorded on 30 May 1811.98
On 25 October 1814 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, David Bragg bought from John Christian, 300 acres on Indian Camp Creek, recorded on 30 Nov 1814.99
On 1828 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, David bought 160 acres from Thomas and Richard Titsworth of Smith Co., TN.100
David Bragg left a will on 13 May 1830 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, and it contained:
"I David Bragg of Sullivan County and state of Tennessee being weak of body but of sound mind and disposing memory thanks be to Almighty God for the same do hereby make this my last will and testament in manner and form following viz.
First I give and bequeath to my beloved wife Elizabeth Bragg all my estate both real and personal remaining in my possession at my death to her to have and to hold during her natural life or widowhood. also all my bank stock which is transferred from Jonesboro to Knoxville to be used at her discretion and whatever of said stock at the death of said wife shall remain and which she has not disposed of shall be equally divided between Ann Pickens and Elizabeth Hale and their heirs.
Secondly I give to my beloved daughter Ann Pickens all my lands that on lying west of a line run by me in the presence of Thomas Murrell, Thomas Titsworth and John Pickens and also I give to my said daughter Ann Pickens at the death of my wife four negros to wit; John, Rachel, Dangerfield and Jesse to her and her heirs forever.
Thirdly I give to my beloved daughter Elizabeth Hale at the death of my wife four negros to wit; William, Thomas, James and Maria and I do also give to my said daughter Elizabeth Hale after the death of my wife the plantation whereon I now live to her and her heirs forever.
Forthly I do give to my wife my negro woman named Nancy during the life of my wife at her death it is my will that the said negro woman Nancy be set at liberty and have her freedom and that my two daughters Elizabeth Hale and Ann Pickens shall pay to the said negro woman Nancy fifteen dollars each out of my estate herein before given.
Fifthly I give to my former daughter in law the wife of my son who is now dead now Mary Jolly one dollar as a legacy out of my estate.
Sixthly After the death of my wife I give to my two daughters Ann Pickens and Elizabeth Hale the plantation which I purchased of Thomas Titsworth Jr. to be equally divided between them according to quality and ?.
Seventhly After the death of my wife all the household kitchen furniture live stock and farming utensils are to be divided between my two daughters Ann Pickens and Elizabeth Hale or their heirs.
Eighthly I do hereby appoint my wife Elizabeth Bragg sole executrix of this my last will and testament having full confidence in my wife it is my will that no security be given required of her for the management of my estate hereby revoking all former wills made by me in testimony whereof I have hereunto set my name and affix my seal this 13th day of May one thousand eighteen hundred & thirty.
Signed sealed delivered and recorded in the presence of us. Thomas Murrell, John Poplis Jr., N.W.. Bachman..101 Elizabeth (--?--) was born on 25 August 1763. On 2 May 1845 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, Elizabeth applied for pension benefits of David's for Revolutionary War service, and this is an abstract of file;Since David had served in the North Carolina line, Elizabeth applied for pension at age 82 years, swore they were married 25 September 1786 and David died 3 September 1833. The births of their children were too dim to read but the following were legible; a child b. 21 November 1787, Ann b. 8 December 1789, Elizabeth b. 8 April 1898..95
Known children of David4 Bragg and Elizabeth (--?--) were as follows:
In 1830, William was a resident of Greene Co., Tennessee, at the time of the Census.104
William and Mary resided in 1833 at Randolph Co., Indiana, when they moved from Greeneville, TN with their 14 children.105
William made a will on 17 February 1836 at Randolph Co., Indiana, and it mentions his wife, Mary, sons - Peter, Harrison, Ephraim, Andrew, William, Isom, and Jackson, and daughters - Elizabeth, Milley, Rachel, Huldey, Nancy and Mary; Executor - Mary Bragg/wife; Witnesses Charles Sumtion and Zachariah Key.106
William's estate was probated in November 1836 at Randolph Co., Indiana.106
Mary Thomas was born on 15 October 1784 at Richmond Co., North Carolina.103 She died on 16 July 1858 at Randolph Co., Indiana.103 She was buried at Prospect Cemetery, Randolph Co., Indiana.103,107 Mary made a will on 28 May 1854 at Randolph Co., Indiana, and it states that, Testator wishes all property in Indiana to be sold. Out of proceeds of such sale, son Ephraim to have $40.00, balance to be divided between the four daughters, Rachel Sutton, Ally Fields, Nancy Fields, and Mary Kee. Concerning a legacy coming to testator from her parents estate in Richmond Co., NC, if the Executor of her will, Joseph Edger, gets said legacy, then he, Joseph Edger, is to have 1/2 of the whole amount and the balance to be divided equally among all of the testator's children except William, Peter and Harrison who are to get $1.00 each. Executor Joseph Edger; Witnesses Benjamin Clevenger and Obediah Fields. Recorded 19 July 1858.108
Known children of William4 Bragg and Mary Thomas were as follows:
22. Joseph4 Bragg (Thomas3, Joseph2, Joseph1).
Joseph was given a land grant after having made full payment on 10 October 1783 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, by the State of North Carolina of 200 acres on the south side of Watkins Fork on a branch of Horse Creek, it was recorded 1 April 1810.114
Known children of Joseph4 Bragg include:
Known children of Thomas4 Bragg Jr. include:
On 6 July 1791 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia, John Bragg Jr., of Loudon Co., VA bought 182 acres on the waters of Ballengers Creek from Obediah Baber and his wife Hannah.115
On 3 September 1808 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia, John Bragg Jr. gave his daughter Elizabeth one slave named Rachel. This deed was delivered to Samuel White, husband of Elizabeth on 4 May 1824.116
In December 1809 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia, Mary Bragg, widow of John Bragg deceased, relinquishes her right to administration of the estate of her deceased husband John, in favor of their son Micajah Bragg. Micajah brings in his brothers John Jr. and Thomas to administer estate.
Known children of John4 Bragg II and Mary (--?--) were as follows:
25. Newman4 Bragg (John3, Joseph2, Joseph1) was born at Richmond Co., Virginia. He married Joanna Bernard in 1787 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia.119 In 1810, Newman was a resident of Shelby Co., Kentucky, at the time of the Census.120
Known children of Newman4 Bragg and Joanna Bernard were as follows:
Richard Bragg left a will on 27 May 1811 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia, and it contained:
Know all men by these presents, that I, Richard Bragg, of the county of Fluvanna, being possessed of two negro slaves and other property herein after mentioned which I have become entitled to in right of my wife, being her proportion of the estate of her late father Hugh Lewis Venable, deceased and as well for and in consideration of the natural love and affection which I have towards my children hereinafter named as of one dollar to me in hand paid at or before the ensealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged and being moreover particularly desirous that the property aforesaid received by me in their mothers right should be secured toward hereafter possession and enjoyed by her children have given, granted and sold and by these presents do give, grant and make over unto the children of myself and my said wife now living namely; Lewis, Nancy, Polly, Patsy, John, Betsy Franky, William and Judy and to the future children if any, which we myself and my said wife may have and to their heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns the property herein before alluded to to wit two Negro slaves namely Judith and her child Eady, one black mare and colt, three cows, one calf, three feather beds and furniture and sundry other articles of household and kitchen furniture and plantation tools. To have and to hold the said two Negro slaves and their future increases and the other property aforementioned unto my said nine children and their future increase and the other property aforementioned unto my said nine children and their future brothers and sisters if any, they may have being children of my said present wife and myself jointly and to their heirs and assigns forever and I, the said Richard Bragg, for myself and my heirs the said two Negro slaves and their future increase and the other property herein before given and conveyed unto my said nine children afore named and their future brothers and sisters if any, they may have being children of myself and my said wife jointly and their heirs executors and administrators or assigns against the claim of myself and my heirs and of all and every other person or persons whomsoever claiming or who may claim the same or any part thereof shall and will warrant and forever and defend by these presents. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal the 27th day of May one thousand eight hundred and eleven..122 Known children of Richard4 Bragg and Elizabeth Venable were as follows:
He must have died before 23 Oct 1815 as this is when Father-in-Law wrote his will and mentions Daniel as being deceased.
Known children of Daniel Newport4 Bragg and Elizabeth Brewton were:
28. Peter Newport4 Bragg Sr. (John3, Joseph2, Joseph1) was born on 4 March 1763 at Fauquier Co., Virginia.126 He married Abigail Brewton, daughter of George Brewton and Catherine (--?--), circa 1796 at Spartanburg Co., South Carolina. He died on 21 May 1841 at Lowndes Co., Alabama.126
In 1800, Peter was a resident of Spartanburg Co., South Carolina, at the time of the Census and in the residence were 2 males under 10, 1 male 26-45 and 1,female 16-26 years of age.127
In 1830, Peter was a resident of Spartanburg Co., South Carolina, at the time of the Census.128
Peter Newport's obituary appeared on 12 June 1841 in the The Greenville Mountaineer, Greenville, South Carolina, and it read;
Departed this life, at his residence in Lowndes County, Ala., on the 21st of May, Mr. Peter N. Bragg Sr., A Soldier of the Revolution, at the advanced age of 78 years.
Mr. Bragg was a native of Virginia, born in Fauquier County March 4th, 1763; he entered the American Army under command of Gen. Greene, at the early age of 16; and was in two distinguished battles--that of Guilford Court House, N. C., and the one near Camden, S. C.
At the close of the war. Mr. Bragg removed to Spartanburg District, S. C., where he resided about forty-six years, and moved thence, in December 1829, to Lowndes County, Ala., where he continued till his death. He was a member of the Baptist church more than 40 years; and his irreproachable life and unstained character exemplify the honesty of his profession and the purity of his heart. He was no partizan in religious matters, but taking the Bible alone, as his standard of Christian profession and practice; he bowed to no other tribunal. If he ever erred it was an error of the judgment, not of heart. And it may fairly demand a doubt, whether in his degenerate age, any man ever lived more studiously the life of a Christian. To speak in terms most appropriate, of the domestic, social and moral worth of Peter N. in the narrow space assigned in Obituary, would be, to those who knew him, but slight praise, and only show the imbecility of a few presuming lines, which attempt to declare the virtuous acts and beneficent deeds characteristic of a long, industrious, enterprising and virtuous life; but let it suffice here to observe, that Mr. lived for his country, his fellow-man and his God.
As a neighbor, he promptly discharged all the duties which the mutual obligation and reciprocal dependencies of society demand.
As a citizen, he freely took part in all matters affecting our civil rights and municipal happiness. As a Christian, he was attentive and liberal to the indigent, merciful and humane to the afflicted, kind and hospitable to strangers, and just and merciful to all. Abigail Brewton was born on 15 July 1776 at Spartanburg Co., South Carolina.129,130 She died on 8 January 1817 at Ouachita Co., Arkansas.129,130 She was buried at Bragg Family Cemetery, Ouachita Co., Arkansas.129
Known children of Peter Newport4 Bragg Sr. and Abigail Brewton were as follows:
29. Elias4 Bragg (John3, Joseph2, Joseph1) was born on 20 September 1784 at Albemarle Co., Virginia.132 He married Mary "Polly" H. Bryant in July 1807 at Buckingham Co., Virginia.117 He died on 20 January 1861 at Knox Co., Illinois.132 He was buried at Bragg Cemetery, Knox Co., Illinois.
In 1850, Elias and Mary were residents of Knox Co., Illinois, at the time of the Census with daughter Frances.133
Elias died on his farm East of Abingdon, Illinois, Chestnut Twp. which was given to him for services in War of 1812.
Mary "Polly" H. Bryant was born on 14 July 1790 at Virginia.117 She died on 22 September 1865 at Knox Co., Illinois.117 She was buried at Bragg Cemetery, Knox Co., Illinois.
Known children of Elias4 Bragg and Mary "Polly" H. Bryant were as follows:
30. William4 Bragg (Moore3, Joseph2, Joseph1) was born circa 1755.65 He married Ruth Asbury.
On 4 September 1784 at Lunenburg Parish, Richmond Co., Virginia, William Bragg and Ruth his wife to Vincent Redman merchant for £100 current money of VA, a tract of land which Moore Bragg purchased of the late Jesse Thornton & Hannah his wife and "conveyed to me by deed of gift ..." 103 acres.137
William resided in 1833 at Lunenburg Co., Virginia, this was where he lived at age 73 when he was receiving pension.138
Ruth Asbury died circa 1814 at Richmond Co., Virginia. On 5 June 1786 Richmond Co., Virginia, Ann Asbury for the natural love and affection I bear to my daughter Ruth Bragg and also for 5 shillings, grant and sell to Ruth Bragg and her heirs, "one negro woman named Nancy and her increase". Witnesses Redman Thornton, Richard Asbury and Thomas Asbury.
Known children of William4 Bragg and Ruth Asbury were as follows:
On 28 October 1797 at Richmond Co., Virginia, Matthew Bragg of Lunenburg Parish to William Bragg of same, £60 a tract lying on Mulberry Island Neck and county mentioned to include the following: 1) one acre under the will of his deceased father Moore Bragg bearing date 20 Aug 1788; 2) under a deed of gift from his mother, Sarah Bragg, dated 28 Oct of record in said county court; and 3) as heir of one of the heirs of his (Matthew's) brother, James Bragg, dec'd, who died over the age of 21 years and with out issue - under the will of John Bailey, dec'd, dated 4 Apr 1780 - the said James Bragg dying intestate and without a last will.143
On 1813 at Wilkinson Co., Georgia, Matthew joined the Ramah Primitive Church.142
Anna Chunning married an unknown person on 10 October 1830 at Wilkinson Co., Georgia.142
Known children of Matthew4 Bragg and Anna Chunning were as follows:
32. Thomas4 Bragg Sr. (William3, Charles2, Joseph1) was born circa 1755 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.66 He married Elizabeth Murray at Virginia. He died before 16 May 1825 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.
Thomas Bragg Sr. left a will at Culpeper Co., Virginia, and it contained:
In the name of God Amen. I Thomas Bragg Sr. of the County of Culpeper and state of Virginia being of sound mind and disposing memory do make declare & publish this as his Last Will and Testament hereby revoking all others herefore made.
After the payment of my just debts and funeral expenses the remainder of my property bothe real and personal I devise and bequeath in the following manner that is to say.
First: I will and bequeath unto my two sons Evans and Thomas the tract of land upon which I live to be equally divided among them agreeable to quality and quantity.
Secondly: I will and devise unto my two grandchildren John Evans Willis and Elizabeth Willis, children of my deceased daughter Edna Willis the sum of one hundred and fifty dollars each to remain in the hands of my two executors hereafter received until they respectively come of age or marry.
Thirdly: I will and devise unto my two sons Thomas and Evans upon trust three hundred dollars for the use and benefit of my daughter Rachel Hopkins during her life and afterwards to her child or children and should she be without issue or children being alive at her death then the said three hundred dollars be retain to and be equally divided amongst my four sons Evans, Thomas, Gabriel and Ezekiel and the children of my daughter Polly Britton.
Fourthly: I give my clock to my son Thomas or Evans __ the one upon which my ____ house may be _____ upon the _____ of my tract of land below them in which I want of to remain.
Fifthly: I give to my son Evans two cows and two calves and unto my son Thomas one cow and one calf each of them to choose such as they may think proper out of my stock.
Sixthly: I give and devise to my sons Evans, Thomas, Gabriel, Ezekiel and to my two sons Evans and Thomas upon ____ for the use and benefit of my daughter Polly Britton during her natural life and after her death unto her child or children to be equally divided among them all my property both real and personal that remain after handing out the before mentioned legacies to be equally divided amongst them the said Evans, Thomas, Gabriel, Ezekiel and the said Evans & Thomas as Trustees of my said daughter Polly Britton.
Seventhly: I _____ and appoint my sons Evans and Thomas my Executors to this my last Will and Testament. In witness whereof I have here unto set my hand and affixed my seal this seventh day of March one thousand and eight hundred and twenty two.
Signed Thomas Bragg Sr.
Signed Sealed declared and published the same as his Last Will and Testament in the presence of; William Walclass, Ths. Jones, James Jones.145 Thomas's estate was probated on 16 May 1825 at Culpeper Co., Virginia, and was proved by Thomas and James Jones, two of the witnesses. Evans and Thomas Bragg were given certificates as Executors.145
Elizabeth Murray was born circa 1752 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.146 She died circa 1820 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.146
Known children of Thomas4 Bragg Sr. and Elizabeth Murray were as follows:
In 1800, John was a resident of Craven Co., North Carolina, at the time of the Census.71
Hannah Tolson was born on 17 August 1742.
Known children of John4 Bragg Sr. and Hannah Tolson were as follows:
- i. Anna5 Bragg was born on 29 December 1766 at Craven Co., North Carolina. She married Philip Neale on 12 April 1784 at Craven Co., North Carolina.72 She died on 8 January 1848.
- ii. Penelope Bragg was born on 11 December 1768.73 She married Rufus Wiley.
- iii. Sydney Bragg was born on 28 July 1771.73 She married Archibald Wade on 12 October 1793 at Craven Co., North Carolina.72
- iv. Philip Bragg was born on 21 April 1773.73
- v. Bonetta Bragg was born on 28 May 1775.73 She married David Hambleton on 19 May 1797 at Craven Co., North Carolina.72
- 33. vi. Thomas Bragg Sr. , born 5 May 1778 at Craven Co., North Carolina; Bond Margaret Crossland.
- vii. Hannah Tolson Bragg was born on 28 January 1781 at North Carolina. She married Thomas M. Wallace on 10 December 1800 at Craven Co., North Carolina.72 She married Stephen Wallace on 25 April 1825 at Craven Co., North Carolina.72
- viii. Lovey Bragg was born on 15 November 1782 at North Carolina. She married John Hall on 3 March 1807 at Craven Co., North Carolina.72
- 34. ix. John Bragg Jr. , born 21 April 1784 at North Carolina; married Kitturah Hall.
Samuel Pettit was born on 1 January 1761 at Somerset Co., New Jersey. He died on 7 April 1814 at Scott Co., Kentucky.
Known children of Elizabeth4 Bragg and Samuel Pettit were:
- i. Susannah5Pettit was born on 13 January 1785 at Fauquier Co., Virginia. She died on 25 October 1867 at Scott Co., Kentucky.
15. Thomas4 Bragg Sr. (Joseph3, Joseph2, Joseph1) was born in 1754 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.74 He married Lucy Neville Blakemore on 20 September 1781 at Frederick Co., Virginia.75 He died on 14 October 1820 at Lexington, Fayette Co., Kentucky.73
During the Revolutionary War, Thomas was a Captain under Colonel Christopher Greenup. He commanded a company of the Virginia Militia.76
Lucy Neville Blakemore was born on 8 April 1764 at Frederick Co., Virginia.75 She died on 1 November 1862 at Lewis Co., Kentucky.75 She was buried at Woodland Cemetery, Vanceburg, Lewis Co., Kentucky; her tombstone reads "Lucy Blakemore Bragg was born April 8, 1764 in Frederick Co., Virginia and married to Thomas Bragg Sept. 20, 1781 and died in Lewis County, Kentucky, Nov. 1, 1862. Ninety eight years old, with a mind clear and brilliant to the last."
Known children of Thomas4 Bragg Sr. and Lucy Neville Blakemore were as follows:
- i. Elizabeth "Betsy"5 Bragg was born on 29 June 1782 at Frederick Co., Virginia.74 She married Charles Nelms Lewis on 19 November 1801 at Mason Co., Kentucky.77 She married James Ward on 19 July 1815 at Greenup Co., Kentucky.78 She died in 1832 at Fleming Co., Kentucky.73
- ii. Sukey Bragg was born on 3 December 1783 at Frederick Co., Virginia.74
- 35. iii. Armstead C. Bragg , born 17 May 1785 at Frederick Co., Virginia; married Susan Morton; married Dulcebello Conway.
- iv. Sidney Bragg was born on 31 December 1786 at Frederick Co., Virginia.74 She married Amos Kibby on 10 May 1804 at Mason Co., Kentucky.52
- v. Harriett Bragg was born in 1787 at Frederick Co., Virginia.73 She married James Phillips on 5 January 1804 at Mason Co., Kentucky.79 She married George Naylor Davis on 18 December 1805 at Mason Co., Kentucky.78 She died before 1842.73
- 36. vi. John Blakemore Bragg Sr. , born 22 December 1795 at Frederick Co., Virginia; married Lucinda Crump.
- 37. vii. Amanda Bragg , born circa 1797; married Alexander Bruce; divorced Alexander Bruce.
William was in the Revolutionary War and served in the 3rd Virginia Regiment under Lt. Joseph Blackwell, was injured and discharged in 1777.39
On 28 October 1785 at Fauquier Co., Virginia, William bought 118 acres from Cornelius and Jenny Bussy for 100 pounds.39
On 22 May 1786 at Fauquier Co., Virginia, William and Ruth Bragg sold 58 acres to Humphrey Arnold for 58 pounds.39
On 26 November 1787 at Fauquier Co., Virginia, William and Ruth Bragg sold 60 acres to Samuel Porter for 40 pounds.39
On 25 May 1789 at Fauquier Co., Virginia, Humphrey Arnold sold to William Bragg a negro girl named "Rose" for 5 pounds. The Bill of Sale was witnessed by Reuban Bragg and Ann Bragg. It was recorded on 28 Dec 1789 in Fauquier Co., VA Deed Book 10, Pg. 201.39
17 May 1819 Oglethorpe Co., Georgia, William Bragg applied for a Revolutionary War Pension he stated that he lived in Oglethorpe, Georgia, aged 65, in 1821 he lived in Madison County, Georgia aged 66?? with wife aged 60. Widow Ruthy applied 27 June 1844 Madison County, Georgia aged 84, stated they were married in March 1778 and that he died in 1834. Children were; Gorge b. 9 April 1779 & died 26 September 1787, William Jr. b. 12 April 1781, 1 child (name illegible) b. 4 November 1783, Joseph b. 3 July 1786, 2 or 3 children whose names and birth dates were illegible, George Dozzer Bragg b. 10 March 1793, Ruthey b. 24 September 1795, 2 more children whose names & birth dates were illegible, and Humphrey A. Bragg b. in 1802, widow d. 30 November 1844 leaving children; Joseph, Nancy Ballinger, George, Susannah Berryman and Humphrey A. Bragg.81
Since William and Ruth named a son Humphrey A., it would be suspect that Ruth's father would have been Humphrey Arnold, but she was not mentioned in his Will, but a it did list a son George Arnold, who probably was Ruth's brother as they did name their first child George. They lived in Hamilton Parish on land next to Humphrey Arnold's.39
Ruthy Arnold was born circa 1760 at Virginia.39 She died on 30 November 1844 at Madison Co., Georgia.81
Known children of William4 Bragg and Ruthy Arnold were as follows:
- i. George5Bragg was born on 9 April 1779.82,81 He died on 26 September 1787.82,81
- ii. William S. Bragg was born on 12 April 1781 at Fauquier Co., Virginia.82,81 He married Mary "Polly" Rogers on 24 February 1808 at Elbert Co., Georgia.82 He died before 1844 at Georgia.82
- iii. Selah J. Bragg was born on 4 November 1783 at Fauquier Co., Virginia.82 She died before 1844.82
- iv. Joseph Roley Bragg was born on 3 July 1786 at Fauquier Co., Virginia.82,81 He died in 1854 at Madison Co., Georgia.83 Joseph Roley Bragg left a will on 2 January 1854 at Madison Co., Georgia, that mentions his brother George Bragg and his sister Nancy Bragg Berryman Balinger and her sons Charles I., Robert and Wilson P. Will was recorded on 9 September 1854>.84
- 38. v. Nancy Moore Settle Bragg , born 18 January 1789 at Fauquier Co., Virginia; married Charles Berryman; married William Ballenger.
- vi. Susannah Ingo Dozier Bragg was born on 24 May 1791 at Richmond Co., Virginia.82 She died on 20 May 1797.82
- 39. vii. George Dozier Bragg , born 10 March 1793 at Richmond Co., Virginia; married Molly Tallifero Berryman; married Permelia A. (--?--).
- viii. Ruthy Bragg was born on 24 September 1795.82,81
- ix. Betsey Bragg was born on 27 July 1796 at Richmond Co., Virginia.73
- x. Susannah Dozzer Bragg was born on 18 December 1797 at Richmond Co., Virginia.82
- xi. Humphrey A. Bragg was born on 12 December 1802.82 He married Elizabeth Price on 28 September 1823 at Madison Co., Georgia.85,86
Joseph was given a land grant on 7 August 1788 at Augusta Co., Virginia, by Edmund Randolph Esquire, Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia in consideration of part of a land office treasury warrant number 10717. There is granted by the said Commonwealth unto Joseph Bragg assigness of Edward Robinet a certain tract or parcel of land containing 30 acres by survey bearing date 13 April 1787, lying and being in the county of Augusta on both sides of Black Thorn Creek below Robinet's land. Signed by Edmund Randolph Esq. on 7 August 1788.87
Joseph was given a land grant on 15 August 1794 at Pendleton Co., Virginia, by Henry Lee Esquire, Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, by virtue of a Land Office Treasury Warrant Number 9409, issued 27 Nov 1781, a certain tract or parcel of land, containing five acres, by survey bearing date 23 Feb 1791lying an dbeing in the County of Pendleton, on Black Thorn, an East Branch of the South Branch of Potowmack.88
On 1 October 1799 at Pendleton Co., Virginia, Joseph and Margaret Bragg sold to Leonard Props 2 tracts; 30 acres on both sides of Black Thorn Creek, below Robenet and 5 acres adjoining other tract on an east branch of Black Thorn for the sum of £40. Acknowledged in Court by both on 1 Oct 1799.89
Margaret (--?--) was born circa 1762. She married William Richmond on 8 February 1809 at Greenbrier Co., Virginia. She died circa 1833 at Greenbrier Co., Virginia.
Known children of Joseph4 Bragg and Margaret (--?--) were as follows:
- 40. i. Joseph5 Bragg , born circa 1780 at Virginia; married Judith "Judy" Adkins.
- 41. ii. Jacob Bragg , born circa 1785; married Esther Holton.
- 42. iii. John Bragg , born circa 1786 at Virginia; married Nancy Ball.
- 43. iv. Thomas Bragg , born circa 1790 at Virginia; married Nancy Richmond.
- 44. v. Abraham Bragg , born 20 March 1791 at Virginia; married Elizabeth (--?--).
- 45. vi. Daniel Bragg , born circa 1795 at Virginia; married Isabella Meadows.
- 46. vii. Michael Bragg , born circa 1799 at Virginia; married Elizabeth Meadows.
- 47. viii. Peter Bragg , born circa 1800 at Virginia; married Eleanor Ellen Pine.
- 48. ix. Jonas Bragg , born 9 June 1801 at Virginia; married Sarah "Sally" Kaylor; married Nancy Meadows; married Mary Ann Williams; married Elizabeth Ritter.
- 49. x. David Bragg Sr. , born circa 1804 at Virginia; married Susannah Martin; married Catherine Kaylor.
Known children of Mary4 Bragg and Green Bailey were:
- i. Susannah5Bailey married John Boswell in 1815 at Putnam Co., Georgia.
He was also known as Doshur Brag.90
In 1794 at Oglethorpe Co., Georgia, Robert Martin & Sarah his wife of Oglethorpe Co., GA to Dozar Bragg "Now of State of Gerogia", £50 for 200 acres.91
Dozier was on the tax return list in 1794 at Warren Co., Georgia.90
On 31 August 1797 at Oglethorpe Co., Georgia, Doshur sold to George Bailey for $30.00 a negro girl named Minnie about 13-14 years of age and her increase. Signed by Doshur Bragg and Mary Bragg. Witnesses Harris Gresham, Thomas Bragg and John Bragg.92
In 1800, Dozier was a resident of Oglethorpe Co., Georgia, at the time of the Census.93
Dozier Bragg left a will on 17 March 1803 at Oglethorpe Co., Georgia, and it listed wife Mary and children Joseph, Nelly, Sarah and Thomas. Gave $1.00 to Thomas and after decease of wife, my plantation to son Joseph. Executors George Bailey and Thomas Rhodes. witnesses James Stovall, John Vickers and Stephen Bailey.94
Dozier's estate was probated on 3 February 1804 at Oglethorpe Co., Georgia.94
Known children of Dozier4 Bragg and Mary (--?--) were as follows:
- 50. i. Thomas5 Bragg , married Lavina Lunceford.
- 51. ii. Joseph M. Bragg , born circa 1798 at Tennessee; married Clarissa T. Wilcher.
- iii. Nelly Bragg.
- iv. Sarah Bragg.
David was given a land grant after having made full payment in 1782 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, of 270 acres on Watkins Fork on the branch of Horse Creek.96
In 1790 David was appointed as Captain in the Sullivan County Militia.
On 5 November 1793 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, Thomas Bragg Sr., for the good will & love he bears for his said son, David, for 5 shillings sterling, gave him 100 acres in Sullivan Co., on Walkers Fork of Horse Creek including the plantation where Larkin Learpoint formerly lived. Witnessed by George and Thomas Vincent. Proven in open court by George Vincent, December session 1793. Recorded 20 Sep 1794.33
In 1796 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, David sold the 270 acres that was granted him by the state of North Carolina to William Melton.97
On 5 December 1798 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, David Bragg sold to William Melton 260 acres on Horse Creek, recorded on 18 Aug 1808.97
On 30 April 1811 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, David Bragg bought from Peter and Joshua Morgan, 276 acres on Horse Creek, recorded on 30 May 1811.98
On 25 October 1814 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, David Bragg bought from John Christian, 300 acres on Indian Camp Creek, recorded on 30 Nov 1814.99
On 1828 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, David bought 160 acres from Thomas and Richard Titsworth of Smith Co., TN.100
David Bragg left a will on 13 May 1830 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, and it contained:
"I David Bragg of Sullivan County and state of Tennessee being weak of body but of sound mind and disposing memory thanks be to Almighty God for the same do hereby make this my last will and testament in manner and form following viz.
First I give and bequeath to my beloved wife Elizabeth Bragg all my estate both real and personal remaining in my possession at my death to her to have and to hold during her natural life or widowhood. also all my bank stock which is transferred from Jonesboro to Knoxville to be used at her discretion and whatever of said stock at the death of said wife shall remain and which she has not disposed of shall be equally divided between Ann Pickens and Elizabeth Hale and their heirs.
Secondly I give to my beloved daughter Ann Pickens all my lands that on lying west of a line run by me in the presence of Thomas Murrell, Thomas Titsworth and John Pickens and also I give to my said daughter Ann Pickens at the death of my wife four negros to wit; John, Rachel, Dangerfield and Jesse to her and her heirs forever.
Thirdly I give to my beloved daughter Elizabeth Hale at the death of my wife four negros to wit; William, Thomas, James and Maria and I do also give to my said daughter Elizabeth Hale after the death of my wife the plantation whereon I now live to her and her heirs forever.
Forthly I do give to my wife my negro woman named Nancy during the life of my wife at her death it is my will that the said negro woman Nancy be set at liberty and have her freedom and that my two daughters Elizabeth Hale and Ann Pickens shall pay to the said negro woman Nancy fifteen dollars each out of my estate herein before given.
Fifthly I give to my former daughter in law the wife of my son who is now dead now Mary Jolly one dollar as a legacy out of my estate.
Sixthly After the death of my wife I give to my two daughters Ann Pickens and Elizabeth Hale the plantation which I purchased of Thomas Titsworth Jr. to be equally divided between them according to quality and ?.
Seventhly After the death of my wife all the household kitchen furniture live stock and farming utensils are to be divided between my two daughters Ann Pickens and Elizabeth Hale or their heirs.
Eighthly I do hereby appoint my wife Elizabeth Bragg sole executrix of this my last will and testament having full confidence in my wife it is my will that no security be given required of her for the management of my estate hereby revoking all former wills made by me in testimony whereof I have hereunto set my name and affix my seal this 13th day of May one thousand eighteen hundred & thirty.
Signed sealed delivered and recorded in the presence of us. Thomas Murrell, John Poplis Jr., N.W.. Bachman..101 Elizabeth (--?--) was born on 25 August 1763. On 2 May 1845 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, Elizabeth applied for pension benefits of David's for Revolutionary War service, and this is an abstract of file;Since David had served in the North Carolina line, Elizabeth applied for pension at age 82 years, swore they were married 25 September 1786 and David died 3 September 1833. The births of their children were too dim to read but the following were legible; a child b. 21 November 1787, Ann b. 8 December 1789, Elizabeth b. 8 April 1898..95
Known children of David4 Bragg and Elizabeth (--?--) were as follows:
- i. Joseph5Bragg was born on 28 November 1787 at Tennessee.95
- 52. ii. Ann Bragg , born 8 December 1789 at Tennessee; married William Pickens.
- iii. Elizabeth Bragg was born on 8 April 1794 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee.95 She married Lewis Hale in 1814 at Greene Co., Tennessee. She died on 15 November 1863 at Washington Co., Tennessee.102 She was buried at Fall Branch, Washington Co., Tennessee.102
In 1830, William was a resident of Greene Co., Tennessee, at the time of the Census.104
William and Mary resided in 1833 at Randolph Co., Indiana, when they moved from Greeneville, TN with their 14 children.105
William made a will on 17 February 1836 at Randolph Co., Indiana, and it mentions his wife, Mary, sons - Peter, Harrison, Ephraim, Andrew, William, Isom, and Jackson, and daughters - Elizabeth, Milley, Rachel, Huldey, Nancy and Mary; Executor - Mary Bragg/wife; Witnesses Charles Sumtion and Zachariah Key.106
William's estate was probated in November 1836 at Randolph Co., Indiana.106
Mary Thomas was born on 15 October 1784 at Richmond Co., North Carolina.103 She died on 16 July 1858 at Randolph Co., Indiana.103 She was buried at Prospect Cemetery, Randolph Co., Indiana.103,107 Mary made a will on 28 May 1854 at Randolph Co., Indiana, and it states that, Testator wishes all property in Indiana to be sold. Out of proceeds of such sale, son Ephraim to have $40.00, balance to be divided between the four daughters, Rachel Sutton, Ally Fields, Nancy Fields, and Mary Kee. Concerning a legacy coming to testator from her parents estate in Richmond Co., NC, if the Executor of her will, Joseph Edger, gets said legacy, then he, Joseph Edger, is to have 1/2 of the whole amount and the balance to be divided equally among all of the testator's children except William, Peter and Harrison who are to get $1.00 each. Executor Joseph Edger; Witnesses Benjamin Clevenger and Obediah Fields. Recorded 19 July 1858.108
Known children of William4 Bragg and Mary Thomas were as follows:
- 53. i. Ephraim5 Bragg , born circa 1801 at Virginia; married Mary Louisa "Polly" Fields; married Susan Krouse; married Sarah Vance.
- ii. Rachel Bragg was born circa 1802. She married (--?--) Howe.103 She married (--?--) Sutton.103
- iii. Elizabeth Bragg was born circa 1803. She married Wiley Lawson on 10 June 1820 at Hawkins Co., Tennessee.109,110 She married Uriah Ball on 12 March 1865 at Randolph Co., Indiana.111
- 54. iv. Amelia "Millie" Bragg , born 4 April 1804 at Tennessee; married Perry Fields.
- 55. v. Andrew Bragg , born 27 August 1807 at Tennessee; married Mary "Polly" Carter; married Maria A. Ravesheid.
- 56. vi. Nancy Bragg , born 23 February 1809 at Claiborne Co., Tennessee; married Lansford Fields.
- 57. vii. Jackson Bragg , born circa 1815 at Ohio; married Elizabeth Poage.
- 58. viii. William Hoyle Bragg , born 15 September 1812 at Tennessee; married Elizabeth Ann Haynes.
- ix. Alice "Alley" Bragg was born circa 1814 at Tennessee.112 She married William Fields on 24 December 1833 at Randolph Co., Indiana.113
- 59. x. Isom Bragg , born circa 1815 at Tennessee; married Sarah Cain.
- xi. Huldah Bragg was born circa 1816. She married Gary T. Hoover.
- 60. xii. Peter B. Bragg , born circa 1819 at Tennessee; married Mary Ann Watson.
- 61. xiii. Mary "Polly" Bragg , born 12 September 1820 at Tennessee; married Larken Key; married Richard McGriff.
- 62. xiv. Harrison B. Bragg , born 8 September 1823 at Tennessee; married Mahala Green.
22. Joseph4 Bragg (Thomas3, Joseph2, Joseph1).
Joseph was given a land grant after having made full payment on 10 October 1783 at Sullivan Co., Tennessee, by the State of North Carolina of 200 acres on the south side of Watkins Fork on a branch of Horse Creek, it was recorded 1 April 1810.114
Known children of Joseph4 Bragg include:
- 63. i. Thomas5 Bragg , born 30 June 1777 at Virginia; married Elizabeth (--?--).
- 64. ii. Joseph Bragg , married Nancy Johnston.
- 65. iii. Benjamin Bragg , born 4 August 1781 at Tennessee; married Nancy (--?--).
- 66. iv. William Bragg , born circa 1785; married Nancy Coffman.
Known children of Thomas4 Bragg Jr. include:
- 67. i. Thomas5 Bragg , born circa 1782 at Virginia; married Martha "Patsy" Mowell.
- ii. Moor Bragg.
- iii. Joseph Bragg.
On 6 July 1791 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia, John Bragg Jr., of Loudon Co., VA bought 182 acres on the waters of Ballengers Creek from Obediah Baber and his wife Hannah.115
On 3 September 1808 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia, John Bragg Jr. gave his daughter Elizabeth one slave named Rachel. This deed was delivered to Samuel White, husband of Elizabeth on 4 May 1824.116
In December 1809 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia, Mary Bragg, widow of John Bragg deceased, relinquishes her right to administration of the estate of her deceased husband John, in favor of their son Micajah Bragg. Micajah brings in his brothers John Jr. and Thomas to administer estate.
Known children of John4 Bragg II and Mary (--?--) were as follows:
- i. John5Bragg III was born circa 1775. He died on 15 February 1826 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia.117 On May 1828 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia, John Bragg III filed suit against William Pasteur, late sheriff of Fluvanna Co. and committee of the estate of John Bragg, the elder, deceased, Frances Bragg, a widow and relict of the said John Bragg, deceased, Thomas Bragg, Murray Pace and Polly, his wife, Curtis Johnson and Sally, his wife, Richard Bragg, Vincent Marks and Betsy, his wife, Rebecca Bruce, Frances, Hannah, Susanna, Elias and James Bragg, David Shepherd and Betsy, his wife, Holman Bragg, John Burks and Patsy, his wife, Paulina, Sally and Nancy Bragg, Thomas, Peter, John, James, Julianna, Joseph and Benjamin, infant children of Micajah Bragg, deceased.118
- ii. Rosanna Bragg was born circa 1776. She married William Hutchison on 22 October 1802 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia.52 May 1828 Fluvanna Co., Virginia, Rosanna Bragg along with John Bragg III and other siblings filed suit against William Pasteur, late sheriff of Fluvanna Co. and committee of the estate of John Bragg, the elder, deceased, Frances Bragg, a widow and relict of the said John Bragg, deceased, Thomas Bragg, Murray Pace and Polly, his wife, Curtis Johnson and Sally, his wife, Richard Bragg, Vincent Marks and Betsy, his wife, Rebecca Bruce, Frances, Hannah, Susanna, Elias and James Bragg, David Shepherd and Betsy, his wife, Holman Bragg, John Burks and Patsy, his wife, Paulina, Sally and Nancy Bragg, Thomas, Peter, John, James, Julianna, Joseph and Benjamin, infant children of Micajah Bragg, deceased.118
- 68. iii. Micajah Bragg , born circa 1782; married Elizabeth Ross.
- 69. iv. Wyatt Bragg , born circa 1780 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia; married Sarah Desper.
- v. Elizabeth Bragg was born circa 1790. She married Samuel White on 21 October 1813.117 May 1828 Fluvanna Co., Virginia, Elizabeth Bragg along with John Bragg III and other siblings filed suit against William Pasteur, late sheriff of Fluvanna Co. and committee of the estate of John Bragg, the elder, deceased, Frances Bragg, a widow and relict of the said John Bragg, deceased, Thomas Bragg, Murray Pace and Polly, his wife, Curtis Johnson and Sally, his wife, Richard Bragg, Vincent Marks and Betsy, his wife, Rebecca Bruce, Frances, Hannah, Susanna, Elias and James Bragg, David Shepherd and Betsy, his wife, Holman Bragg, John Burks and Patsy, his wife, Paulina, Sally and Nancy Bragg, Thomas, Peter, John, James, Julianna, Joseph and Benjamin, infant children of Micajah Bragg, deceased.118
- 70. vi. William H. Bragg , born circa 1798; married Sarah "Sally" Boatright; married Rebecca Irves.
- 71. vii. Benjamin Hutchison Bragg Sr. , born circa 1799 at Virginia; married Lucy Ann McCormick.
- 72. viii. Thomas Bragg , born circa 1788 at Virginia; married Nancy Johnson.
25. Newman4 Bragg (John3, Joseph2, Joseph1) was born at Richmond Co., Virginia. He married Joanna Bernard in 1787 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia.119 In 1810, Newman was a resident of Shelby Co., Kentucky, at the time of the Census.120
Known children of Newman4 Bragg and Joanna Bernard were as follows:
- i. Elizabeth "Betsy"5 Bragg married David Shepherd on 24 November 1811 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia.52
- 73. ii. Holman Bragg , born circa 1798 at Virginia; married Mary "Polly" White; married Lucinda Ryals.
Richard Bragg left a will on 27 May 1811 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia, and it contained:
Know all men by these presents, that I, Richard Bragg, of the county of Fluvanna, being possessed of two negro slaves and other property herein after mentioned which I have become entitled to in right of my wife, being her proportion of the estate of her late father Hugh Lewis Venable, deceased and as well for and in consideration of the natural love and affection which I have towards my children hereinafter named as of one dollar to me in hand paid at or before the ensealing and delivery of these presents the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged and being moreover particularly desirous that the property aforesaid received by me in their mothers right should be secured toward hereafter possession and enjoyed by her children have given, granted and sold and by these presents do give, grant and make over unto the children of myself and my said wife now living namely; Lewis, Nancy, Polly, Patsy, John, Betsy Franky, William and Judy and to the future children if any, which we myself and my said wife may have and to their heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns the property herein before alluded to to wit two Negro slaves namely Judith and her child Eady, one black mare and colt, three cows, one calf, three feather beds and furniture and sundry other articles of household and kitchen furniture and plantation tools. To have and to hold the said two Negro slaves and their future increases and the other property aforementioned unto my said nine children and their future increase and the other property aforementioned unto my said nine children and their future brothers and sisters if any, they may have being children of my said present wife and myself jointly and to their heirs and assigns forever and I, the said Richard Bragg, for myself and my heirs the said two Negro slaves and their future increase and the other property herein before given and conveyed unto my said nine children afore named and their future brothers and sisters if any, they may have being children of myself and my said wife jointly and their heirs executors and administrators or assigns against the claim of myself and my heirs and of all and every other person or persons whomsoever claiming or who may claim the same or any part thereof shall and will warrant and forever and defend by these presents. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal the 27th day of May one thousand eight hundred and eleven..122 Known children of Richard4 Bragg and Elizabeth Venable were as follows:
- 74. i. Hugh Lewis5 Bragg , born circa 1788 at Virginia; married Frances Sutherland.
- ii. Polly Bragg was born circa 1790. She married William Brown on 2 January 1813 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia.52
- iii. Nancy Bragg was born circa 1789 at Virginia.123 She married Armstead Bragg, son of William Bragg and Ruth Asbury, on 1 July 1812 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia.52 In 1850, Armstead and Nancy were residents of Ross Co., Ohio, at the time of the Census.123 In 1860, Armstead and Nancy were residents of Ross Co., Ohio, at the time of the Census.124
- iv. Martha Patsy Bragg was born circa 1800 at Virginia.125 She married John Burks on 8 May 1816 at Albemarle Co., Virginia.
- 75. v. John Venable Bragg , born circa 1799 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia; married Elizabeth Jones.
- vi. Betsey Bragg was born circa 1806 at Virginia.125
- 76. vii. William M. Bragg , born circa 1808 at Virginia; married Rebecca J. Erics.
- viii. Frances Bragg was born circa 1810 at Virginia.125
- ix. Judy Bragg was born circa 1812 at Virginia.125
- 77. x. Thomas R. Bragg , born circa 1814 at Virginia; married Martha Jane White.
He must have died before 23 Oct 1815 as this is when Father-in-Law wrote his will and mentions Daniel as being deceased.
Known children of Daniel Newport4 Bragg and Elizabeth Brewton were:
- i. Mary Newport5 Bragg married William Clayton.
28. Peter Newport4 Bragg Sr. (John3, Joseph2, Joseph1) was born on 4 March 1763 at Fauquier Co., Virginia.126 He married Abigail Brewton, daughter of George Brewton and Catherine (--?--), circa 1796 at Spartanburg Co., South Carolina. He died on 21 May 1841 at Lowndes Co., Alabama.126
In 1800, Peter was a resident of Spartanburg Co., South Carolina, at the time of the Census and in the residence were 2 males under 10, 1 male 26-45 and 1,female 16-26 years of age.127
In 1830, Peter was a resident of Spartanburg Co., South Carolina, at the time of the Census.128
Peter Newport's obituary appeared on 12 June 1841 in the The Greenville Mountaineer, Greenville, South Carolina, and it read;
Departed this life, at his residence in Lowndes County, Ala., on the 21st of May, Mr. Peter N. Bragg Sr., A Soldier of the Revolution, at the advanced age of 78 years.
Mr. Bragg was a native of Virginia, born in Fauquier County March 4th, 1763; he entered the American Army under command of Gen. Greene, at the early age of 16; and was in two distinguished battles--that of Guilford Court House, N. C., and the one near Camden, S. C.
At the close of the war. Mr. Bragg removed to Spartanburg District, S. C., where he resided about forty-six years, and moved thence, in December 1829, to Lowndes County, Ala., where he continued till his death. He was a member of the Baptist church more than 40 years; and his irreproachable life and unstained character exemplify the honesty of his profession and the purity of his heart. He was no partizan in religious matters, but taking the Bible alone, as his standard of Christian profession and practice; he bowed to no other tribunal. If he ever erred it was an error of the judgment, not of heart. And it may fairly demand a doubt, whether in his degenerate age, any man ever lived more studiously the life of a Christian. To speak in terms most appropriate, of the domestic, social and moral worth of Peter N. in the narrow space assigned in Obituary, would be, to those who knew him, but slight praise, and only show the imbecility of a few presuming lines, which attempt to declare the virtuous acts and beneficent deeds characteristic of a long, industrious, enterprising and virtuous life; but let it suffice here to observe, that Mr. lived for his country, his fellow-man and his God.
As a neighbor, he promptly discharged all the duties which the mutual obligation and reciprocal dependencies of society demand.
As a citizen, he freely took part in all matters affecting our civil rights and municipal happiness. As a Christian, he was attentive and liberal to the indigent, merciful and humane to the afflicted, kind and hospitable to strangers, and just and merciful to all. Abigail Brewton was born on 15 July 1776 at Spartanburg Co., South Carolina.129,130 She died on 8 January 1817 at Ouachita Co., Arkansas.129,130 She was buried at Bragg Family Cemetery, Ouachita Co., Arkansas.129
Known children of Peter Newport4 Bragg Sr. and Abigail Brewton were as follows:
- 78. i. John Brewton5 Bragg , born 29 June 1797 at Spartanburg Co., South Carolina; married Linney Brewton.
- 79. ii. Peter Newport Bragg Jr. , born 16 September 1800 at Spartanburg Co., South Carolina; married Martha Williams Crook.
- iii. Samuel Brewton Bragg was born on 20 December 1802 at Spartanburg Co., South Carolina.131,130He married Clarinda Austill on 20 October 1836.130He died on 2 June 1880 at Camden, Ouachita Co., Arkansas.130
- 80. iv. Hosea Bragg , born 28 October 1804 at Spartanburg Co., South Carolina; married Mary A. (--?--).
- 81. v. Eber Bragg , born 7 October 1806 at Spartanburg, South Carolina; married Mary Ward.
- 82. vi. Abigail Catherine Bragg , born 10 March 1809 at Spartanburg Co., South Carolina; married Evan Shelby Wiley.
- vii. Dr. Ira Daniel Bragg was born on 12 June 1812 at Spartanburg Co., South Carolina.129,130He married Matilda Elizabeth Stallworth on 20 October 1844 at Lowndes Co., Alabama.131,130 He died on 8 October 1854 at Camden, Ouachita Co., Arkansas.129,130He was buried at Bragg Family Cemetery, Ouachita Co., Arkansas.129
29. Elias4 Bragg (John3, Joseph2, Joseph1) was born on 20 September 1784 at Albemarle Co., Virginia.132 He married Mary "Polly" H. Bryant in July 1807 at Buckingham Co., Virginia.117 He died on 20 January 1861 at Knox Co., Illinois.132 He was buried at Bragg Cemetery, Knox Co., Illinois.
In 1850, Elias and Mary were residents of Knox Co., Illinois, at the time of the Census with daughter Frances.133
Elias died on his farm East of Abingdon, Illinois, Chestnut Twp. which was given to him for services in War of 1812.
Mary "Polly" H. Bryant was born on 14 July 1790 at Virginia.117 She died on 22 September 1865 at Knox Co., Illinois.117 She was buried at Bragg Cemetery, Knox Co., Illinois.
Known children of Elias4 Bragg and Mary "Polly" H. Bryant were as follows:
- i. John H.5Bragg married Sarah Hurley circa 1840.117
- ii. Mark Bragg.
- 83. iii. Dabney C. "Abner" Bragg , born at Albemarle Co., Virginia; married Julia Ann Carpenter.
- iv. Jane O. Bragg married Benjamin McCort on 5 March 1840 at Knox Co., Illinois.134
- v. Matthew Bragg.
- vi. Eliza Bragg.
- vii. Andrew Bragg.
- viii. Martha Bragg died before 1850 at Knox Co., Illinois.
- ix. Mary Ann Bragg was born on 24 October 1811 at Albemarle Co., Virginia.117 She married Erasmus D. Hall on 16 April 1839 at Knox Co., Illinois.135She died on 9 May 1842 at Illinois.117
- 84. x. Elizabeth R. "Betsy" Bragg , born circa 1812 at Virginia; married John J. Moore.
- xi. James A. Bragg was born in 1815 at Albemarle Co., Virginia.117 He married Nancy M. Carter before 1840 at Virginia.117
- xii. Frances M. "Fanny" Bragg was born in 1816 at Albemarle Co., Virginia. She married John B. Hendricks in 1851 at Knox Co., Illinois.
- xiii. Harriett Bragg was born on 25 April 1820 at Albemarle Co., Virginia.117 She married David Moore on 3 October 1844 at Knox Co., Illinois.136 She died on 25 May 1913 at Knox Co., Illinois.117
- 85. xiv. Joseph Franklin Bragg , born 1826 at Albemarle Co., Virginia; married Nancy Caroline Hemptonstall.
- xv. Sarah M. "Sally" Bragg was born on 30 November 1828 at Albemarle Co., Virginia.117 She married James Allen on 16 March 1848 at Knox Co., Illinois.117She died in 1914 at Hopkins, Nodaway Co., Missouri.117
30. William4 Bragg (Moore3, Joseph2, Joseph1) was born circa 1755.65 He married Ruth Asbury.
On 4 September 1784 at Lunenburg Parish, Richmond Co., Virginia, William Bragg and Ruth his wife to Vincent Redman merchant for £100 current money of VA, a tract of land which Moore Bragg purchased of the late Jesse Thornton & Hannah his wife and "conveyed to me by deed of gift ..." 103 acres.137
William resided in 1833 at Lunenburg Co., Virginia, this was where he lived at age 73 when he was receiving pension.138
Ruth Asbury died circa 1814 at Richmond Co., Virginia. On 5 June 1786 Richmond Co., Virginia, Ann Asbury for the natural love and affection I bear to my daughter Ruth Bragg and also for 5 shillings, grant and sell to Ruth Bragg and her heirs, "one negro woman named Nancy and her increase". Witnesses Redman Thornton, Richard Asbury and Thomas Asbury.
Known children of William4 Bragg and Ruth Asbury were as follows:
- i. Armstead5Bragg was born circa 1782 at Virginia.123 He married Nancy Bragg, daughter of Richard Bragg and Elizabeth Venable, on 1 July 1812 at Fluvanna Co., Virginia.52 He was a resident of Bernardsbery Twp., Fluvanna Co., Virginia, at the time of Census of 1820.139 In 1850, Armstead and Nancy were residents of Ross Co., Ohio, at the time of the Census.123 In 1860, Armstead andNancy were residents of Ross Co., Ohio, at the time of the Census.124
- ii. Thomas Moore Bragg was born on 19 July 1791 at Lunenburg Parish, Richmond Co., Virginia.3 He married Margaret Bisham on 13 May 1813 at Lunenburg Parish, Richmond Co., Virginia, the marriage Bond was obtained on 3 May 1813.19
- iii. Elizabeth "Betsey" Bragg was born on 26 July 1796 at Lunenburg Parish, Richmond Co., Virginia.3 She married James Crask on 17 March 1819 at Westmoreland Co., Virginia.72
- iv. William K. Bragg and Elizabeth Hart were isssued a Bond for Marriage on 16 November 1808 at Richmond Co., Virginia.140
- v. Nancy Bragg married William Burgess on 22 May 1815 at Westmoreland Co., Virginia.72
- vi. Sarah Bragg.
- 86. vii. Henry Coleman Bragg , married Frances Ann Mercer.
- viii. Ishmael Bragg married Mary Dozier on 7 January 1823 at Westmoreland Co., Virginia.72
- ix. Polly Bragg.
- x. Letty Bragg.
On 28 October 1797 at Richmond Co., Virginia, Matthew Bragg of Lunenburg Parish to William Bragg of same, £60 a tract lying on Mulberry Island Neck and county mentioned to include the following: 1) one acre under the will of his deceased father Moore Bragg bearing date 20 Aug 1788; 2) under a deed of gift from his mother, Sarah Bragg, dated 28 Oct of record in said county court; and 3) as heir of one of the heirs of his (Matthew's) brother, James Bragg, dec'd, who died over the age of 21 years and with out issue - under the will of John Bailey, dec'd, dated 4 Apr 1780 - the said James Bragg dying intestate and without a last will.143
On 1813 at Wilkinson Co., Georgia, Matthew joined the Ramah Primitive Church.142
Anna Chunning married an unknown person on 10 October 1830 at Wilkinson Co., Georgia.142
Known children of Matthew4 Bragg and Anna Chunning were as follows:
- i. Samuel Chunning5 Bragg was born on 10 January 1805 at Wilkinson Co., Georgia.142 He married Drucilla Jenkins on 5 February 1824 at Wilkinson Co., Georgia.142,144 He married Sarah Love Herndon on 21 February 1828 at Wilkinson Co., Georgia.142,144 He died on 6 February 1852 at Wilkinson Co., Georgia.142
- ii. Sarh K. Bragg was born in 1807.142
32. Thomas4 Bragg Sr. (William3, Charles2, Joseph1) was born circa 1755 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.66 He married Elizabeth Murray at Virginia. He died before 16 May 1825 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.
Thomas Bragg Sr. left a will at Culpeper Co., Virginia, and it contained:
In the name of God Amen. I Thomas Bragg Sr. of the County of Culpeper and state of Virginia being of sound mind and disposing memory do make declare & publish this as his Last Will and Testament hereby revoking all others herefore made.
After the payment of my just debts and funeral expenses the remainder of my property bothe real and personal I devise and bequeath in the following manner that is to say.
First: I will and bequeath unto my two sons Evans and Thomas the tract of land upon which I live to be equally divided among them agreeable to quality and quantity.
Secondly: I will and devise unto my two grandchildren John Evans Willis and Elizabeth Willis, children of my deceased daughter Edna Willis the sum of one hundred and fifty dollars each to remain in the hands of my two executors hereafter received until they respectively come of age or marry.
Thirdly: I will and devise unto my two sons Thomas and Evans upon trust three hundred dollars for the use and benefit of my daughter Rachel Hopkins during her life and afterwards to her child or children and should she be without issue or children being alive at her death then the said three hundred dollars be retain to and be equally divided amongst my four sons Evans, Thomas, Gabriel and Ezekiel and the children of my daughter Polly Britton.
Fourthly: I give my clock to my son Thomas or Evans __ the one upon which my ____ house may be _____ upon the _____ of my tract of land below them in which I want of to remain.
Fifthly: I give to my son Evans two cows and two calves and unto my son Thomas one cow and one calf each of them to choose such as they may think proper out of my stock.
Sixthly: I give and devise to my sons Evans, Thomas, Gabriel, Ezekiel and to my two sons Evans and Thomas upon ____ for the use and benefit of my daughter Polly Britton during her natural life and after her death unto her child or children to be equally divided among them all my property both real and personal that remain after handing out the before mentioned legacies to be equally divided amongst them the said Evans, Thomas, Gabriel, Ezekiel and the said Evans & Thomas as Trustees of my said daughter Polly Britton.
Seventhly: I _____ and appoint my sons Evans and Thomas my Executors to this my last Will and Testament. In witness whereof I have here unto set my hand and affixed my seal this seventh day of March one thousand and eight hundred and twenty two.
Signed Thomas Bragg Sr.
Signed Sealed declared and published the same as his Last Will and Testament in the presence of; William Walclass, Ths. Jones, James Jones.145 Thomas's estate was probated on 16 May 1825 at Culpeper Co., Virginia, and was proved by Thomas and James Jones, two of the witnesses. Evans and Thomas Bragg were given certificates as Executors.145
Elizabeth Murray was born circa 1752 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.146 She died circa 1820 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.146
Known children of Thomas4 Bragg Sr. and Elizabeth Murray were as follows:
- 87. i. Evans5 Bragg , born 26 April 1777 at Culpeper Co., Virginia; married Polly Hudson; married Lucy Rudisille.
- 88. ii. Thomas Milton Bragg Jr. , born 17 January 1791 at Culpeper Co., Virginia; married Elizabeth Jones.
- 89. iii. Gabriel Bragg , born circa 1774; married Mary Ann "Polly" Estes.
- 90. iv. Edna Bragg , born 1781 at Culpeper Co., Virginia; married John Willis.
- 91. v. Ezekial Bragg , born 7 January 1784 at Culpeper Co., Virginia; married Nancy Estes; married Tabitha Vaughn.
- vi. Mary "Polly" Bragg was born circa 1790 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.73 She married John Britton on 28 December 1815 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.68
- vii. Rachel Bragg was born circa 1800 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.73 She married John Hopkins on 1 June 1821 at Culpeper Co., Virginia.68
