William Lawson was born June 26, 1731 at Montrose, Scotland. He is the only son of a widow lady, no information is available on his father, however, it is assumed that he was killed in the Culloden Battle. William was one of the rebels arrested and confined at Chester and Carlisle after the battle. The Scottish rebels became a threat to the the English crown, and on September 26, 1746 an agreement was signed with the English Treasury to transport the prisoners to the plantations (American Colonies) at the rate of 5 pounds per head. The “Gildart” departed from England on May 5, 1747 and arrived August 5, 1747 at Port North, Potomac, Maryland with a William Lawson on the passenger list.
William, “The Apprentice”
William Lawson was bound over to a planter by the Captain of the ship for a good sum in tobacco. The people did not treat well, and after a while William ran away. Sometime in the 1750’s William met and married a Rebecca ?, in the 1858 Halifax County, Virginia marriage register there is a William Lawson to a Jane Banks. If this is our William she is probably Rebecca Jane Banks.
William, “The Revolutionary”
William never realized that one day he would be facing the British army again, but this time, in a new and different land. William swore allegiance to the State of Virginia and the American cause, as noted in the Montgomery County Court Book “Revolutionary War” page 145-148 filed at the courthouse in Christianburg, Virginia. although almost fifty years old he served as a member of the Captain Daniel Trigg’s Company of Montgomery County militia. There were only two William Lawson’s to serve in the revolutionary war and they were father and son.
Father: ? Lawson b: ABT. 1705 in Montrose, Scotland
Mother: Rebecca b: ABT. 1709 in Montrose, Scotland
Marriage 1 Rebecca Jane Banks b: ABT. 1735 in North Carolina
Married: 1758 in Halifax County, Virginia
Children
William Lawson II b: 1763 in North Carolina
Travis Lawson b: 1766 in North Carolina
Betsy Ann Lawson b: ABT. 1768 in North Carolina
Catherine Lawson b: ABT. 1770 in North Carolina
Sally Lawson b: 26 DEC 1770 in North Carolina
Jermiah Lawson b: 15 FEB 1773 in North Carolina
Robert Lawson b: ABT. 1774 in North Carolina
Submitted by William M.”Bill” Wood
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This Sgt. William Lawson Sr. appears to be my Great great great grandfather. some names above are not directly linked. can you assist?
William “The Scottish Rebel” Lawson is my 6th Great grandfather. The lineage is as follows: William had a son William II, William II had a son William III, William III had a son William IV who married Hulda (Addington), they had a daughter Margaret Josephine (Lawson) who married John Bowman. Margaret and John had a daughter named Anna Doty (Bowman) Taylor who was my Great grandmother whom I remember very well. I have some of the lineage of other children of William “The Scottish Rebel” Lawson if you are interested.
Thanks,
G.L. Stahley
G.L. Stahley,
I would love to know anything about the line that descends from William > William II > William III > Rhode (Rhoda) Baker Lawson who married into the McClellan family.
Thank you.
T.L. Wilson-Scarbrough
Rhoda Baker Lawson McClellan is my great great grandmother. Her son Marcus McClellan was my great grandfather.
Hi My name is Ondrea and my mother’s mother was Ruth Lawson. My 6th great grandfather was William “The Scottish Rebel” Lawson, 5th great grandfather, his son, Travis Lawson, my 4th
great grandfather,his son, Joseph Robert Sr. Lawson, my 3rd great grandfather was his son,
William Pershing Lawson, and my 2nd great grandfather was his son, William Moore Lawson, and my great grandfather was William Washington Lawson. It gets really confusing so I would appreciate the help, I need all I can get.
Hi Ondrea, I too am related to the Lawson line. Do you know any information about Travis Lawson and his father William Lawson. Some had stated that William Lawson , Travis ‘ father was a different William Lawson that was not the “Rebel”? But came to the colonies at a young age. What do you think of this? My line is : Travis Lawson; to James P. Lawson; to Aleann “Alsey” (Lawson) Nickel/ Harris; to Henry Chandler Harris; to Julia Ann (Harris) Ramey; to GarrisonAnderson Ramey – my grandfather. Would like to share info with you. Thank You, sue
I am also from the Travis branch of the family, Travis>Henry>Daniel>Julia>…… Julia was my 3 times great grand mother. I have also heard that there is a different William Lawson. I would like any information that affirms that he is not the father of Travis.
Hi!
My mom did ancestry research about 12 years ago and discovered that we too are direct descendants. If you still check this form I’d love to talk with you about it. I’m curious on how far the lines have separated and how many descendants he has. I’ll have to find my mom’s research on it again but I’d love to discuss it!
I am a descendant of William Lawson, to Travis Lawson, to James P. Lawson, to Aleann “Alsey” (Lawson) Nickel/ Harris,, to Julia (Harris) Ramey, to Garrison Ramey, to my mother. 7 generations back for my mother. I would be 8 generations back. I do not have much on James P. Lawson back ,only what I have learned from others online. I am willing to share what info I do have . Would be interested in any info you may have about the family. Also, any stories passed down through generations. Also, any knowledge of Native American connection to either James P. Lawson wife or To his mother wife of Travis Lawson. Thanks. My email is. ghenley161@aol.com. Thank you,
Hi Sue I am putting together as much info as i can for you.
I like you am descended through William Lawson (The Rebel ).
and i am descended like you through Travis Lawson ( The
Rebels second son ) As you may know, William Lawson had
four sons and at least four daughters.
I do not know how many sons Travis had but i am descended
through yet another William Lawson who married Mary Dennis.
They had a daughter named Nancy Jane Lawson. Nancy married
Franklin Alfred Banfield ( My Great Grandfather ).Union Soldier
i think ..Franklins son was Willis Green Banfield .He was 3/4
Cherokee .Willis’s first wife was named Charity .I believe she
was a Full Cherokee .willis’s second wife was Ida McKinley
Lawson b.1901 d.1971. One of Ida McKinleys children was my
Father Raymond Martin Banfield b.1922 d.1985. Last but least
me, Lee Martin Banfield b1944 and 77 years old on april 9th
Hi Lee, Nice to meet you. I have seen research stating that William Lawson, The Rebel…is not our relative. But that another William Lawson is our descendant. What knowledge do you have on this matter? Some say the WilliamLawson on the Gildart Ship was the Jacobite from Durham England, b. 1722. AND the William Lawson age 17 came to the colonies from Montrose Scotland b. 1733- d. 1826 in Snowflake, Va. I do not know what to take from all of this. Which one if either were our Travis Lawson’ s father. What do you believe? Thanks, sue
Hi Sue ,The Rebel LAWSON is definitely our
ancestor.It has been proven by a relation of
mine .William Lawson was 17 when he was
transported to America, having previously
been in DURHAM JAIL..and a JAIL in the south
of England ,which i need to look up..also i need
to look up the Ship Gildart as well, i have the
info somewhere..The Jacobite from Durham
b.1722 does not fit. The rebel Lawson was
born 26 june 1731.Yes he died in Snowflake
18 april 1826.We are descended through
The Rebels second son Travis Lawson b1766
died 1855 in Montgomary Kentucky,Thats where
my father came from–Kentucky. ( that fits ) ..
Well in next few days i will send more info
which i need to look up. Take Care Lee
Hi Lee, Yes, I would very much like to see info that you have.The confusing info I mentioned earlier can be found… Finding Our True William, by Nancy J. Lawson, Sept. 13,2017, from Cross Lanes, West Virginia….seen at site : lawsonfamilyheritage.blogspot.com/2018/03/William-Lawson-finding-our-tru- …..It is about 14 pages long. She states she visited UK National Archives. Maybe you have access to the UKArchives since you live in England? Stay safe. Look forward to hearing from you.Thanks
I have not accessed UKArchives yet but will soon do so.
I am working on the Theory that ELVIS’S Scottish ancestor
knew or was aware of William Robert Lawson, The Rebels Dad
I know everybodys got a connection with ELVIS thats what they say
However in this case the connection may be real.
Here goes—The Rebels Dad William Robert Lawson was b.18th dec 1709 in Montrose. Now ElVIS’s
ancestor Andrew Presley Senior was b.1715 in a village
not far away from Lon May ,where he got married to
Elspeth Leg aug 27 1713…Now here comes the crunch.
The Distance between Andrew Presley’s Village and
Montrose is only 60 miles,Thats not far in Scotland
and a far less Population at that time, maybe even
sparse…Both men William Robert Lawson and ELVIS’S
Ancestor Andrew Presley where of a similar age
a difference of only 6 Years, The question is was ELVIS’S
relation a Jacobite, if so they would certainly be aware
of each other at least, I will persue this Theory more
what do you think ? rubbish or real….LEE… its 6.30pm
in England and Dark
Anna Doty (Bowman) Taylor was my Great Grandmother, her daughter Lillian (Taylor) Ackman was my grandmother and her daughter Myra (Ackman) Marshall is my mother.
Hello Cuz, the last time I saw you, you were very young. I remember when your Mom moved to I think it was Michigan and then to Texas. Being in the army I missed a lot of time getting together with family. When aunt Lil passed away I was in Louisiana. My army unit was deployed there to help out because of Hurricane Katrina and I hated I could not be there, aunt Lil was kind of special to me. Your mom Myra and your aunt Gwen and our cousin Sonny was here for a visit about a year ago, I dearly loved seeing them all again.
Wow thanks for that. I’m not sure what great William is of me at the moment, but what also makes this history lesson even better is my wife maiden name is Bowman Lol.
Hi , My name is Becky Gouge and i have been researching my Lawson line for a while now and i have a brick wall. I hope yuns can help. I am looking for the parents of Edward Lawson born c 1808 in either Virginia or North Carolina. His first wife was Elizabeth South and his 2nd was Mary Bennett. His name has also been recorded as Edmund Lawson. I descend from him and Mary. They are my 3rd great grandparents. Thank you.
Hello my name is Christy Hurt.. I have been researching my Lawson ancestors. I find it very fascinating and extremely interesting! My great grandmother Miranda (Randie) Henry Moore was the dauaghter of John Lawson who was the son of James Lawson who was the son of James M Lawson who was the son of Travis Lawson who was the son of William the Rebel Lawson. That makes William my 6th great grandfather. Any info or feedback would be greatly appreciated.
I am also a descendant of William Lawson, 8 generations on my father’s side from his son William II. Interesting post.
There were more than two William Lawsons in he Revolution. My 4th great grandfather was in the Revolution. He left America after the war and came to Nova Scotia as a Loyalist.
I am Lee Martin Banfield,i live in England
my father was Raymond martin Banfield.
His mother was Ida McKinley Lawson,
she was a descendent of Travis Lawson
b 1766 NC d1855 montgomery KY.
Hi Lee, I am interested in any info you may have on Travis Lawson’s family. I have Travis Lawson married Martha Mayzie Simpkins. My ancestors come through Travis and Mayzie’s son, James P. Lawson and wife Eliza Simpkins. Then their daughter Aleann Alsey (Lawson) Nickel Harris. Alsey married William Hayden Harris.. Then their son Henry Chandler Harris married Ann Clark. Henry C. Harris and Ann Clark) Harris was my gggrandparents that lived in Kentucky. Any info would be appreciated.Thank You, Sue
Hi Sue, I will respond to you in next couple
of days ,Meanwhile take care. LEE
Is there still an active LFHP site?
Which LFHP do you mean ? there are about 3 sites with
that abbreviation LEE
Lawson Family Heritage Program
Hi Serena,Don’t forget i live in England. However i think there
may be a Lawson Heritage Site or similar name in Scotland,
i will check it out and let you know, take care for now, LEE
Hello, My name is Becky Gouge and i am still searching for the parents of Edward/Edmond Lawson born c. 1808 in Virginia. He married Elizabeth South in Grayson Co Virginia in 1834 and. Mary Polly Bennett in Surry Co Nc in 1847. Hiis father’s name may be George. He has been linked to the Falling River Lawson’s but i cannot find and sources too prove it. I am just curious if any of you all would have any information if he is connected to this William Lawson. Thank You., oh i could be off a bit on the marriage dates. I cant seem to remember them at this moment.
I have several cousins that trace their roots back to Travis Lawson. Two in particular are Charlotte (Lawson) Grigsby and James -Kendall- Lawson (Both now deceased). Charlotte was like me she had an interest in our ancestors and she traced them down the old fashion way, by going through various court houses, death certificates, birth records and other documents as well as family knowledge. Charlotte’s (1942-2016) linage is as follows: father William G. Lawson (1888-1976) mother Susie Pugh (1910-1978), William’s parents were Angus G. Lawson (1857-1908) and Mary Ann Rouse (1860-1937), Angus’s parents were Andrew Jackson Lawson (1831-1886) and Elizabeth Brewer (1833-1897) Elizabeth Brewer’s sister Hannah (Brewer) Taylor was my great great grandmother. Andrew J. Lawson’s parents were John Isaac Lawson (1791-1870) and Elizabeth Woods (1814-1884) John I. Lawson’s parents were Travis Lawson and Martha (Maysie) Simpkins. Just before Charlotte passed away she gave me copies of all the research she had done something I will always treasure. Now for J. Kendall Lawson (1938-2016) linage. His father was Leslie Lawson (1906-1978) and his mother was Pearl Taylor (1918-1996) I remember both of them very well. Pearl’s father Samuel Taylor and my great grandfather Judge Elliott Taylor were brothers. Leslie’s parents were Stephen Lawson (1881-1920) and Candis Bowman (1890-1941), Stephen’s parents were William M. Lawson (1850-1916) and Phoebe J. Swango (1847-1925), William’s parents were William P. Lawson (1817-1870) and Sarah Ingram (1818-1880), William’s parents were Joseph Lawson (1796-1878) and Mary Ann Belcher (1801-1885), Joseph’s parents were Travis Lawson and Martha (Maysie) Simpkins. The area I live in is loaded with descendants of William “The Scottish Rebel” Lawson, both living and deceased. I have some pictures of William Lawson IV and William Lawson III and also some pictures of descendants of Travis Lawson if you are interested.
Hi Greg, I would appreciate any photos of the Lawson family line. You can scan them to my email address, please label with their names. You can email them to me at… ghenley161@aol.com. Thank you, sue. I am looking for your line in previous posts. I see Charlotte’s and James line where you are related to both sides looks like. My line is down from William Lawson to his son Travis Lawson – Martha Maysie (Simpkins ).To their son, James Lawson – Eliza ( Simpkins). To their daughter, Aleann “Alsey” (Lawson)- Wm Hayden Harris. To their son, Henry Hayden Harris – Ann (Clark). To their daughter Julia Ann (Harris) – John William Ramey. To their son, Garrison Anderson Ramey – Ethel Anis (Cox). Garrison Anderson Ramey and Ethel Anis (Cox) Ramey were my grandparents, my mothers parents. Would like to share info. I am just getting started on the Lawson family. Would appreciate any help with family info or photos. Have a great day. – sue
all the info on William Lawson seems to match exactly with my family tree My grnd mother was Callie Lawson Sise. Mother Ruth Anna Sise. Father Sanford. Otha McCarter. Paul Donald . cCarter