I have two questions about legal terminology used in some old documents. 1. What does "surety" mean in a will? Example: "John Britt provided surety". This term was used in Isle of Wight probate documents in the 1600's. 2. What does "security" mean in a marriage record? Example: "Jesse Britt married Ann Davis, widow. John Britt sec. (or security). This term was used in Greene County marriage records in the 1700's. Thank you for any assistance! Elaine To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html