DNA
DNA can be rather confusing, fun, and interesting, all at the same time. Sometimes DNA reveals things we’d rather not know, but it can also be a great tool to break through research brick walls.
This page is to share DNA studies I’ve heard about. Please contact me if you know about any DNA studies that are relevant to Mecklenburg research.
Some helpful web pages about DNA
- FamilySearch: DNA FAQ & Terminology
- Library of Congress Research Guide: Genetic Genealogy: DNA and Family History
- NIH Human Genome website: YDNA
- International Society of Genetic Genealogy Wiki: Y-DNA STR testing comparison chart
- International Society of Genetic Genealogy Wiki: MtDNA testing comparison chart
- Legacy Tree Genealogists: Y-DNA
| Surname of study | Study type | Contact person | Areas in Mecklenburg (Julie’s map of 29 areas) | Link to the study |
| Lambert | ||||
| Newman | Y-DNA | Lois & Shawn Potter | area 7, area 23 | I-FGC52010 |
| Poythress | Y-DNA | Barbara Poythress Neal | area 23, area 15 | Poythress.org |
| Taylor | Y-DNA | area 23, area 16, Brunswick County, VA | ||
Mecklenburg, Virginia Community History 
