Brunswick County VA Genealogy

The Young family of Bristol Virginia

“The Young Family of Bristol” by Walter Jorgensen Young is a comprehensive genealogical study tracing the lineage and history of the Young family, primarily focusing on their roots in Bristol and their subsequent spread to various regions in the United States, including Virginia, North Carolina, and Kentucky. Published in 1937, this 55-page manuscript has garnered significant recognition in the field of genealogy and history, evidenced by Young’s accolades from various esteemed societies. Michael Cadet Young (b.1684/1685) emigrated in 1716 from England to what is now Columbia, South Carolina, moving shortly to Brunswick County, Virginia. Descendants and relatives lived in Virginia, Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Washington and elsewhere. Additional family names researched include: Head, Hieatt, Jacoby, Mitchell, Morton, and Price families. This PDF is free to read or download.

Descendants of Major Samuel Kelly Lucy

This booklet is intended to serve as a complete list of Major Lucy’s lineal descendants. The listing begins with Major Lucy’s three marriages and their children. Next is shown in the order of original listings the marriage of each child. Next follows the marriage of each child in these families and the process continues in a reasonably accurate sequence to the present generation, with black spaces opposite their names for the recording of their marriage and children.

Saponi Indians

The Saponi Indians, a Siouan linguistic tribe closely related to the Tutelo, likely originated from the term Monasiccapano, meaning “shallow water.” They are historically associated with villages along the Rivanna River in Virginia. Over time, they migrated to Otter Creek and later to the junction of the Staunton and Dan Rivers while fleeing Iroquois attacks. By the 18th century, part of the Saponi moved north to Pennsylvania, while others remained in North Carolina, where they eventually merged with neighboring tribes. Their population dwindled over the centuries, with reports indicating only small numbers by the mid-1700s.

Saponi Tribe

The Saponi were an eastern Siouan tribe originally from North Carolina and Virginia, now extinct. Historically linked with the Tutelo, their language and culture showed strong similarities. The tribe faced conflicts with Virginia settlers and moved frequently to escape enemies, ultimately settling near Roanoke and later in North Carolina. By the mid-18th century, they allied with the Cayuga and were documented living in Pennsylvania and New York. The last historical mentions suggest a remnant existed with the Cayuga, after which their fate remains unknown.