May be actual or figurative - patriotic/dramatic expression; we need more of the context of this phrase to respond adequately, Marie. ----- Original Message ----- From: Marie McKinney To: [log in to unmask] Sent: Wednesday, April 06, 2005 12:30 PM Subject: Rev War Hello listers, I have come across a phrase that I would like some opinions on. "Shed their hearts blood in defense of Whig principals in the revolution" Does this mean that they were killed or wounded? Also, is there anyone who descends from Joel Watkins and Rhoda (Gresham) Watkins? If so.. do you know if any of their sons served in the Rev War and or were killed? Thank you, Marie McKinney To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html