Amazing! That was a very interesting conversation. That field of geneology is truly helping so much, in so many ways. I want to learn more. Thank you for all of the knowledge you are sharing with us.
One example of a forensic genealogist being useful is to acquire Portuguese citizenship through your Portuguese Sephardic (Jewish) ancestry. For that, you will have to prove you descend from some Portuguese Jew that left the country during the period from 1497 (when Portuguese Jews were forcefully converted to Christianity) and the 1830s (when the Inquisition was abolished). That means you may have to trace your lineage back to maybe the 1500s, because it's not good enough to be Jewish and have a Portuguese family name: you have to prove at least one of your Jewish ancestors was indeed a Portuguese Jew/New Christian.
@@GenealogyTV I don't need that because I'm a natural born citizen. 😎 But yes, it's a lot of work. Several people try it, though. Some to "reclaim what was taken from their ancestors" or "reconnect with the Old Country", but some (must be admitted) just to get a EU passport...
I've been wondering about the whole idea of chimerism wouldn't that sometimes affect the outcome of a criminal investigation? Say the suspect absorbed their twin without knowing it or something and when a DNA test comes back as not a complete match how would the police and the investigators handle that situation?
@@GenealogyTV Thank you. I've gone back and forth between thinking I have to keep this secret for them and thinking that I have a right to claim my family tree.
I personally believe that every adoptee has the right to know their biological family. If you’re going to contact your biological family, step lightly. Until you get an idea of how they’re going to react, ask easy questions about their family history.
The speaker has got her facts wrong about England, Scotland and Ireland. There is no such thing as English or Scottish citizenship. You can only become a citizen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. England, Scotland and Wales are the constituent countries of Great Britain. She is also incorrect about Irish citizenship. If you have a grandparent from Ireland you can apply for an Irish passport. You have to apply separately if you wish to claim Irish citizenship by descent.
Excellent. I'd like to enter this field as I'm already a genealogy addict. Thank you!
Amazing! That was a very interesting conversation. That field of geneology is truly helping so much, in so many ways. I want to learn more. Thank you for all of the knowledge you are sharing with us.
Hi from Gilmer, Upshur County, Texas! Thanks for your work!
Why thank you very much for the comment.
Thank you! You’e terrific! 💐
One example of a forensic genealogist being useful is to acquire Portuguese citizenship through your Portuguese Sephardic (Jewish) ancestry. For that, you will have to prove you descend from some Portuguese Jew that left the country during the period from 1497 (when Portuguese Jews were forcefully converted to Christianity) and the 1830s (when the Inquisition was abolished). That means you may have to trace your lineage back to maybe the 1500s, because it's not good enough to be Jewish and have a Portuguese family name: you have to prove at least one of your Jewish ancestors was indeed a Portuguese Jew/New Christian.
Wow... sounds like a lot of work to prove your lineage to secure citizenship. I wish you luck!
@@GenealogyTV I don't need that because I'm a natural born citizen. 😎
But yes, it's a lot of work. Several people try it, though. Some to "reclaim what was taken from their ancestors" or "reconnect with the Old Country", but some (must be admitted) just to get a EU passport...
I've been wondering about the whole idea of chimerism wouldn't that sometimes affect the outcome of a criminal investigation? Say the suspect absorbed their twin without knowing it or something and when a DNA test comes back as not a complete match how would the police and the investigators handle that situation?
There are exceptions like when someone has an organ transplant or spinal fluid etc.
How does forensic genealogy used in guardianship and adoption cases ?
It helps the courts prove lineage.
I am an adoptee who found her birth parents last year. How would I be found as an heir if my birth certificate only lists my adoptive parents?
That's a good question. I imagine the law firm would hire a genealogist to do the research. I'd make sure you have a DNA test on file at Ancestry too.
@@GenealogyTV Thank you. I've gone back and forth between thinking I have to keep this secret for them and thinking that I have a right to claim my family tree.
I personally believe that every adoptee has the right to know their biological family. If you’re going to contact your biological family, step lightly. Until you get an idea of how they’re going to react, ask easy questions about their family history.
Mexico does allow dual citizenship... the lady is misinformed.
It was approved in 1998.
Thanks
Why do the USA think that Wales is part of England?
Hollywood Movies and it’s poor quality school education
To be fair, people in the southern states of America don't appreciate being called 'Yanks' by British people.
The speaker has got her facts wrong about England, Scotland and Ireland. There is no such thing as English or Scottish citizenship. You can only become a citizen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. England, Scotland and Wales are the constituent countries of Great Britain. She is also incorrect about Irish citizenship. If you have a grandparent from Ireland you can apply for an Irish passport. You have to apply separately if you wish to claim Irish citizenship by descent.
I will not hear the phrase "current political ________" one more time! Goodbye !