John Manning was spoken of as "Buck Swamp" John Manning. He was a
veteran of the War of 1812, serving under Capt. Elisha Bethea from
June 29, toSept. 29, 1812, receiving pay for this time. This makes
all of his descendants eligible for Daughters of 1812, or the Sons of
1812. He became a wealthy andprosperous planter, and owned all the
land which now comprises the town of Latta, South Carolina. At the
time of his death, John's personal property was appraised for
$4,747.80, although he had previously sold several plantations,
probably to give to his sons who had gone West.
It has been said that Robert E.Lee with Rev. Eli Holland, visited
Lee's kin in Marion County, S. C. and nearHomerville, Ga. when he
came South inspecting Fort Pulaski and other forts. In Robert E.
Lee's immediate family there are may Letitia Lees. John Manning Sr.'s
wife was Letitia Lee, what relation is not known, but it is certain
theywere kin.
Both John Manning and Letitia were buried on his plantation near
Latta, South Carolina.
Elisha MANNING b: 17 Oct 1803