I am glad I could help. Most every man who lived outside the "town" (and many within) had a horse or mule; even those who had very little money. -----Original Message----- From: Research and writing about Virginia genealogy and family history. [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Jeanine Scholz Sent: Saturday, October 06, 2007 8:58 AM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: [VA-ROOTS] Apprenticeship records I love that web page, thank you. I was concerned about how my ancestor could have been a ranger if it required a horse and equipment as he most likely could not afford those things. I had no idea that rangers still existed in MD, again, you have been quite helpful. Jeanine Scholz No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.488 / Virus Database: 269.14.2/1053 - Release Date: 10/6/2007 10:18 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.488 / Virus Database: 269.14.2/1053 - Release Date: 10/6/2007 10:18 AM