Philvis
Sr. Member
Being a Virginian, I have heard about the Beale treasure since I was a boy. I've not thoroughly researched it, but know the general story well enough. I guess after reading this thread I have a couple questions.
1. Has anyone proven the existance of Beale and the innkeeper Morris (i.e. verifiable records)?
2. What is the story about the Declaration of Independence being used to decipher letter #2? After reading this thread, I am made to understand that it was not a 100% match and that a "special" DOI was used? Can someone explain that?
I guess for me, I need to know the persons involved in the story actually existed before I am convinced of the treasure itself. I want to believe like anyone else, but I just need more proof, short of someone digging it up. My questions are not meant with any disrespect either. Just curious. Thanks.
1. Has anyone proven the existance of Beale and the innkeeper Morris (i.e. verifiable records)?
2. What is the story about the Declaration of Independence being used to decipher letter #2? After reading this thread, I am made to understand that it was not a 100% match and that a "special" DOI was used? Can someone explain that?
I guess for me, I need to know the persons involved in the story actually existed before I am convinced of the treasure itself. I want to believe like anyone else, but I just need more proof, short of someone digging it up. My questions are not meant with any disrespect either. Just curious. Thanks.