 Richard Taylor, son of John Taylor and Elizabeth Taylor.Born 1625 at Hadleigh, Suffolk, England, died 1650 at Julian Creek, Norfolk, Virginia, 24 or 25 years [316552.ftw] !NOTE: Richard Taylor was Headright of Edward Walker who claimed 900 acres of land in Northum berland Co.to support himself and 17 others in Oct 1650 - "Log Cabins" p.44 The "Headright" system was set up to encourage colonists to come to Virginia. If richer peop le could sponsor others for 3 years; i.e. ship's fare, provisions, and a piece of land fo r a home in Virginia they were given large tracts of land. Many of the first settlers died b ecause of fever and disease in the swampy lowlands by the coast so Virginia was dubed the "De ath State" and people were afraid to come. Those who moved inland and survived usually becam e wealthy plantation owners. The Taylors from John's family were among these early settlers who prospered. They also owne d ships and other businesses. Married/ Related to:  Margaret (Taylor)Born 1644, died Aug 1679 at Julian Creek, Norfolk, Virginia, 34 or 35 years, buried Aug 1679 Children: 1. John TaylorBorn 1668 at Julian Creek, Norfolk, Virginia, died after AFT. 1713, at least 45 years 2. Margaret TaylorBorn ± ABT. 1670 at Julian Creek, Norfolk, Virginia 3. Richard TaylorBorn 1673 at Julian Creek, Norfolk, Virginia, died 1730 at Julian Creek, Norfolk, Virginia, 56 or 57 years, buried 1730 4. Susannah TaylorBorn ± ABT. 1675 at Julian Creek, Norfolk, Virginia 5. Thomas TaylorBorn 1679 at Julian Creek, Norfolk, Virginia | |||