I am beginning a series about Genealogy Proof – in other words, how do you prove that your ancestor is actually your ancestor?
- What tools are available?
- How can you best utilize them?
- What is leveling up? How do you do it, and why would you want to?
- What is the genealogy proof standard, GPS, and how can you easily use it?
- How does DNA play into this equation? How does DNA work with the other tools? Can DNA alone prove an ancestral connection? Can it disprove one, even in the face of other information?
I use these methodologies and tools when writing my 52 Ancestors articles that I typically publish on Sundays.
If you’re wondering how I compile the information for those ancestors, including multiple ancestors from the same region, I’ll address that.
If you’re wondering how I keep everything straight, or at least try to, I’ll share my processes and tools. I’ve made just about every mistake possible, AND I’ll tell you how NOT to retread that path.
If you’re wondering how to utilize the various forms of DNA to either confirm an ancestor, a hypothesis, or maybe disprove an ancestor, I’ll discuss that.
Lastly, we’ll talk about what to do if you made a mistake and got something wrong, or if previously unknown information surfaces that conflicts with earlier information. How do you correct and fix it? Trust me—I’ve been there and done that, too.
As I complete each article, I’ll update this article and post links here.
Articles in the Series