• A few years ago, amateur genealogist Violet Pike Fitzpatrick discovered an endeavour that has opened up a whole new avenue for connecting the dots.  The Pike Surname DNA Project has collected genetic information...

  • Genetics and world history have merged in a remarkable research project that maps how the dreaded Black Death spread and how it was connected to events in recorded history.  Click...


  • The following DNA tests were in progress at FTDNA as of 28 November 2009: 

    Due Date,

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    Phillips Family Group 62 has been identified through yDNA analysis.  This group has roots in South Carolina and their haplogroup is I1a, which indicates possible Viking heritage.  One member was tested

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  • How can your ancestors double with every generation?  Eventually you arrive at a time when you have more ancestors than there could have been people in the world and everyone knows we originated with just one

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