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Joe M · 09-13-2002, 06:41 PM

I remember an interview years ago in Rolling Stone where GL said he was descended from American colonists (Torries) who emigrated to Canada after the Revolutionary War. He mentioned one of his ancestors was the first white baby born in Orillia. I think the name Lightfoot is Scottish. Pity someone that great is not Irish (just kiddin) Hope this helps

09-13-2002, 06:41 PM	#5
Joe M Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Portland, ME USA Posts: 18	I remember an interview years ago in Rolling Stone where GL said he was descended from American colonists (Torries) who emigrated to Canada after the Revolutionary War. He mentioned one of his ancestors was the first white baby born in Orillia. I think the name Lightfoot is Scottish. Pity someone that great is not Irish (just kiddin) Hope this helps