A helpful article on this subject is:

Keim, Clarence Ray. "Primogeniture and Entail in Colonial Virginia. " William and Mary Quarterly. Williamsburg, VA. Ser.3, v.25 (1968), p. 545-586. 

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Subject: A question on primogeniture.....


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You have a maternal grandfather who has no sons who leaves 100A to his
grandson. This grandson dies intestate 10+ years later leaving no wife or
kids. His parents and a known brother (who had rec'd 50A from this same
grandfather) are known to be living.

Who inherits this 100A?

And why?

Thanks a bunch!
Nel

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