DNA Testing Dispels a Genealogical Myth
Many are not aware that genetic genealogy has been around for slightly more than two decades. I was introduced to using DNA for forensic purposes back in the dark ages of 1999 when I began my work…
Genealogy Roundup, April 21
In this week's Roundup: A chat about my work with the Army, remembering Walter Mondale, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, April 7
In this week's Roundup: An interesting article on the role of DNA in identifying service members lost in past conflicts, a sweet slice of family history uncovered during renovations, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, March 31
In this week's Roundup: DNA confirms a link between Galway and President Biden, more DNA news, plus a couple of chuckles for the day.
Genealogy Roundup, March 10
In this week's Roundup: The story of Barry Manilow's grandfather (pictured above is just a snippet of what you'll discover), updates to my Animate Your Ancestors article, and lots more!
Genealogy Roundup, February 10
In this week's Roundup: 5 things you didn't know about Amanda Gorman's roots, a fun orphan heirloom rescue, a chuckle for the day, and much more
Genealogy Roundup, February 3
In this week's Roundup: The U.S. military raises concerns about direct-to-consumer genealogy tests, efforts to identify 'hell ship' victims, a good read, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, January 13
In this week's Roundup: Archives Hashtag Parties (fun!), a pharmacogenetic and genealogy partnership, remembering the enslaved man who rescued freedom, and more.
Genealogy Roundup, January 6
In this week's Roundup: Genetic genealogy being used for yet another purpose, remembering Annie Moore, and a molecular genealogy oldie but goodie.
Genealogy Roundup, December 23
In this week's Roundup: A thoughtful article examining one angle of questions surrounding genetic privacy and ethics, the last man to leave Ellis Island, a poignant Christmas memory, and much more.