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Did you know that New York was formerly a Dutch colony? On this day in 1664, the Dutch surrendered New York to English soldiers. If you think you may have Dutch roots (from New York or elsewhere), check out this post:
Have you wondered what kind of genealogical records are out there? This post explains the basics of how genealogy records are used and the types that you might be able to find to help you learn about your ancestors:
Did you just get your DNA results back? That’s fabulous! There are several things you can do right now to get the best experience and learn the most from your results. In this post, learn the first things you should do after you get your DNA results.
If you have done a DNA test, or you are thinking about doing a DNA test, there is something you should know. Your ethnicity estimate, no matter which company you decide to test with, will not exactly match your family tree.
If you have Dutch ancestry, you are in excellent company. More than 5 million Americans claim Dutch roots, and many more have Dutch ancestry and don’t know it. Learning about your Dutch heritage can be a very rewarding experience, and in this post, I’ll show you how to use your unique DNA to trace your Dutch ancestors.
If you are new to the world of family trees, you will want to know what genealogy records are. In this post, I’ll discuss the definition of genealogy records, as well as explain the best records to look for and where to find them.
If you did an Ancestry DNA test, you might have ThruLines, which are a great way to learn how your DNA matches may be related and to learn more about your family tree. Are Ancestry ThruLines accurate, however?
