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Francis
Marion Broyhill
son of William Broyhill
1835-1906 |
Little Marion" as he
was generally known, was born Nov. 24,1835, and was the twin of
Elizabeth, who died at birth. He was most likely name for the
famous "Swamp Fox," the partisan leader who became so famous during
the Revolutionary War. His grandfather, James I, no doubt knew
of him as they both served at the Battle of Camden.
During the Civil War, he served as a
teamster in the 108th Regiment of the Illinois Infantry and was
discharged after the Battle of Vicksburg. His cousin, Alexander,
served in the same battle, but in a different unit.
He married Mary Briminstool. She
was born May 6, 1849, in Battle Creek , Michigan. Francis died
Feb. 22, 1906 and is buried at Tennessee Point. |
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About the Kids |
Leonard married Anna Marie Yaw. He died March 13, 1927; she died
around 1953. Both are reportedly buried near Peoria, Illinois. One
child: Esther Marie, born Maya 22, 1896. She married Harry Bruce
Pinkerton. One daughter: Mary Pinkerton.
Ira - Married Amanda Schneblin. One
child: Chester |
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Broyhill Family Tree
Introduction | Organization |
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