I am searching for headright grants.

sharonfortnerwright

I have relatives who came to South Carolina from Germany and settled in Edgefield County, South Carolina near the Savannah River. They came sometime between 1737 when the New Windsor Township was established and 1770 when my ancestor was born. I believe they were Palatine Germans. They would have filled out papers for headright grants. Each family member should be listed since they all would have received land. Does anyone know where I could find these documents? I appreciate any help you can provide?

Sharon Lynn Fortner

CJTobler

@sharonfortnerwright

Have you tried the FamilySearch Wiki? If not, you will find it under the Search Tab in FamilySearch. Try typing "headright grants". The 3rd link listed will be South Carolina Land and Property. Here is a link to that page:

https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/South_Carolina_Land_and_Property

If this search using the Wiki does not bear fruit, we would also suggest you try the Free Research Consultation offered by the Family History Library. You will see a link to sign up for an on-line consultation in the upper right-hand section of this Community Page.

Best wishes as you research your ancestors.