Unveiling Ancestral Roots and Forming Global Connections: My Experience with the iGENEA DNA Test
Family name Burghardt
My personal journey with iGENEA DNA test opened up not only the rich history of my surname, Burghardt, but also connected me with distant relatives across the globe, painting a vivid picture of my lineage's past and present.
My experience with the iGENEA DNA test has been a real journey through time, uncovering the roots of my surname, Burghardt. The process itself was fairly simple - a cheek swab test kit arrived in the mail and I submitted my samples back to the iGENEA lab. I was surprised by the depth of detail the resulting report offered.
The iGENEA DNA test unveiled that the Burghardt surname traces back to a noble lineage from medieval Germany, a fact I found particularly intriguing. It provided a picture of my ancestors as influential individuals in medieval society, engaging in roles such as knights or township leaders. The test also unveiled that we descend from the Haplogroup R1b, common among Western European lineages, which perfectly aligned with the historical context provided.
I found it fascinating how through the traces of history engraved in my DNA, I was able to embark on a journey of self-discovery, gaining a better understanding of the origins and history of my surname. However, the iGENEA DNA test went beyond just revealing my historical lineage.
One of the most exciting parts of this DNA testing experience was the ability to connect with other individuals bearing the name Burghardt through the iGENEA database. By connecting with others who had the same surname and matching DNA markers, I discovered distant relatives around the globe, and we've been able to share our family histories and create a wider, richer picture of the Burghardt lineage.
In summary, the iGENEA DNA test has been a door opening to a fascinating journey of self-discovery and ancestry tracing. It connected my personal history with the grand scale of human migration and societal changes. Going beyond historical timelines and geographical boundaries, it fostered new connections with distant relatives worldwide, painting a vivid picture of my lineage's past and present. This experience offered far more than I could have ever imagined and I would recommend it to anyone interested in understanding their roots more deeply.
D. Burghardt