If you’ve been researching family history for any length of time, you’ve probably heard someone say, “Well, the trail stops with the immigrant ancestor. Once you hit the ocean, you can’t go any...
Category - Genealogy Mythbusters
Genealogy MythBusters: DNA Testing Will Solve Every Brick Wall
In recent years, DNA testing has become one of the hottest tools in genealogy. It promises quick answers to old questions, colorful charts that tell you your ethnic breakdown, and even lists of...
Genealogy MythBusters: Was Your Ancestor Truly 100% One Ethnicity?
Many of us grow up hearing stories about our family’s background. Maybe your grandmother insisted her side of the family was “pure Irish.” Or perhaps your grandfather proudly declared that his...
