William Bratton, Grandson of Andrew Bratton and son of William Bratton who married a Dunlap and one of 5 Bratton brothers John, Robert, Thomas, Hugh and one sister Jean Bratton Guy. who came to York County S.C. in the 1700 before the revolution. Andrew was born in Antrium Co Ireland 1686 and married Audrea. William Bratton Married Martha Robinson. Robison Robertson spelled three ways. The Brattons started settling in York County April 22, 1766 when Thomas purchased land in York County on South Fork of Fishing Creek. William Bratton signed a deed to his land on 8-11-1766. All five brothers and Jean Bratton Guy eventually settled all around each other. Colonel William Bratton's obituary appeared in the Charleston City Gazette on Feb. 28,1815. "Died on the 9th of Feb. 1815, in York District, Col. William Bratton, in the 72 year of his age. He was one of the old Revolutionary characters worthy to be remembered. He was one of the heroes of'76, who bravely defended the rights of our country, and was instrumental in procuring for us the blessings of freedom and independence. He was a fine patriot, and had naturally a strong love for independence. Under a well-regulated government, he was a good citizen, but could not tamely submit to the encroachments of any man or body of men, on his perfects rights. His services were zealously devoted to his country through the Revolutionary War, and for many years afterwards in the Legislature. Through a long and active life, he generally enjoyed good health, possessing a good constitution and a firm mind judicious and intrepid in the execution of his plans. At length he was taken with a lingering disease which terminated his existence. It may be truly said of him, that he was strictly honest, virtuous, good man. He was exemplary in his integrity, benevolent and friendly in his position ever ready to relieve the distressed and help the needy. He has left a widow and a numerous family, besides a large circle of friends and acquaintances to lament his loss. Thanks to Michael C. Scoggins a historian from York County, S.C for all his hard work. Edward Lacey 48063141, John McClure 65737455, Thomas Brandon 9380962, Samuel Hammond 142490917, Benjamin Roebuck 140383044,Joseph mcDowell 36472376, William Chronicle 13700157, James Watt Williams 28175587, Benjamin Cleveland 31176869, Isaac Shelby 11823. William Campbell 9507923 and James Hawthorn of York County 48239473. Francis Marion 669, and Thomas Sumter 4491. Rev. John Simpson of Fishing Creek and Bethesda Presbyterian Church 44857861. James Potter Collins was a member of his militia at Williamsons Plantation 7-12-1780 James was the son of Daniel Collins and Elizabeth Heland 11-22-1763 4-14-1840 Texas. William Bratton's brother Robert had a daughter Elsie Bratton 41201849 Married James Hemphill Revolutionary Soldier at Bethesda Church . She is buried in Tenn.