Lewis was of French Huguenot ancestry. Revolutionary War Services: "A commission was issued to Lewis Ponsler by the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania, dated May 12, 1777, signed by Thomas Wharton Jr., President and T.G. Matback, Secretary, appointing him as First Lieutenant. He served in the capacity of First Lieutenant, 5th Battalion, Philadelphia Militia, 1777. (Reference:Volume 23, pg. 818, Pennsylvania Archives, 3rd Series)
Alternate Birthdate for William; 3 Jan 1797; twin to Elizabeth.
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BIRT PLAC New Towne (Or) Cambridge, Middlesex, England
Known Places of Residence: Austintown, Mahoning County, Ohio
Lordstown, Trumball County, Ohio