First of all, what’s mitochondrial DNA testing? Mitochondrial DNA testing (mtDNA testing) compares the mitochondrial DNA of a tester with that of anyone taking the same test. As with other tests, the tests compare only certain regions of the DNA in order to estimate an approximate relationship. As of right now, only FamilyTree DNA offersContinueContinue reading “Can I use mitochondrial DNA testing in a lineage society application?”
Category Archives: Lineage Society
What’s a “Silver Book”?
You’re working on an application to the General Society of Mayflower Descendants (“Mayflower Society”). Someone asks if you’ve checked the “Silver Books” yet. What do they mean? The “Silver Books” is a term used to describe a series of publications called “Mayflower Families through Five Generations.” Each publication – which has a silver cover -ContinueContinue reading “What’s a “Silver Book”?”
Did Benjamin Graves die at the Battle of Groton Heights?
I have an update to this 2021 post… Died at Groton Heights? Descendants of Benjamin Graves, baptized in 1734 in East Haddam, Connecticut, have long claimed he died from wounds received in battle at the Battle of Groton Heights.[1] Yet, he is not included among those listed as killed and wounded.[2] Where and whenContinueContinue reading “Did Benjamin Graves die at the Battle of Groton Heights?”
What’s a gateway ancestor?
Lineage society research has its own terminology. While some of the terms appear in popular culture, the meaning may be different in the lineage society world. What’s a gateway ancestor? A gateway ancestor is an entry point to a line that’s already been established to a qualifying ancestor for a specific lineage society. This termContinueContinue reading “What’s a gateway ancestor?”
How do I document a new Revolutionary War ancestor?
If you’re interested in joining a Revolutionary War lineage society, it’s recommended that you use an ancestor already on file. However, with the exception of the Society of the Cincinnati, the recommendation is not a requirement. Most Revolutionary War lineage societies allow you to add new ancestors – provided that the ancestor meets their requirements.ContinueContinue reading “How do I document a new Revolutionary War ancestor?”
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