Have you uploaded your raw DNA files to GEDMatch.com? If not, you should consider it. Not only is there the possibility of connecting with new cousins who tested with different DNA companies, there are some nifty tools not available anywhere else. There are a variety of chromosome mapping tools that allow you to analyze your…
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GEDMatch’s Latest Feature: GEDCOM + DNA Matches
I have my DNA files uploaded to GEDmatch.com. I go in at least once a week to see what new matches I have and to see what new tools they have to offer. Today, I noticed that the GEDCOM section has a new feature “GEDCOM + DNA Matches”. I clicked on the link, entered my…
You Had Your DNA Test Done, Now What?
So, you’ve taken one of these… And, you got back your results that look something like this… What do you do with it now that you have it? I was roaming around the internet this week looking for information on autosomal DNA. I came across the Wheaton Surname Resources websites. Here I found the free…
The Azores DNA Project Needs Your Help
Many people don’t know about the Azores DNA Project. It is one of the groups developed via FTDNA.com’s website. Azoreans who have their DNA tests done can then join the group. The purpose of the group is to help Azorean genealogists (whether you are Azorean or one line of your tree is Azorean) connect with…
My DNA Results are in!
You all may remember that sometime in May I sent in my samples for a FTDNA Family Finder autosomal DNA test. Well, my results are in! My roots are as follows: My father’s side: entirely French back to at least 1600 My mother’s side: paternal-Azorean (same island, Sao Miguel); maternal-English, Irish, and Welsh. My Welsh…