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DNA ties Franklin expedition sailors to living descendants, naming four Erebus crew and one Terror sailor
science13 days ago

DNA ties Franklin expedition sailors to living descendants, naming four Erebus crew and one Terror sailor

DNA from living descendants identified four Erebus crew members and the sole Terror sailor among the remains from Franklin’s 1845 expedition, solving long-standing misidentifications and offering clues about why the crew deserted their ships. The study by researchers at the University of Waterloo and Lakehead University used Y-chromosome and mitochondrial DNA to match bones to relatives, building on earlier identifications of John Gregory and James Fitzjames, with ongoing efforts to name more crew and humanize the tragedy.

via CNN|
#archaeology#arctic#dna
Ireland’s 1926 census arrives online, shedding light on a global Irish diaspora
society1 month ago

Ireland’s 1926 census arrives online, shedding light on a global Irish diaspora

Nearly 3 million records from Ireland's 1926 census—the first full census of the independent state—are being released online for free, offering new insight into post-1922 life and a global diaspora of about 80 million people with Irish ancestry. The data, which include each person’s name, age, birthplace, language (including Irish), religion and occupation, show regional patterns (about 53% of those over 12 employed in agriculture, from 0.9% in Dublin to 75% in counties like Galway) and a low overall unemployment rate (~6%). The release helps recover records lost in the 1922 Public Record Office fire and enables genealogical and migration research, while noting privacy protections (initials for hospital, prison, and other sensitive records).

via The Conversation|
#1926#census#genealogy
Missing Pennsylvania Teen's 1973 Remains Finally Identified After 51 Years
crime1 year ago

Missing Pennsylvania Teen's 1973 Remains Finally Identified After 51 Years

The remains of Ruth Elizabeth Brenneman, a 14-year-old girl from York, Pennsylvania, who went missing in 1973, have been identified through DNA analysis and genealogy research over 50 years later. Her decomposed body was found in a wooded area shortly after she disappeared, but remained unidentified until recent advancements in genealogy technology. The case highlights the role of investigative genetic genealogy in solving cold cases. The circumstances of her death remain unclear, and the investigation is ongoing, with a reward offered for information.

via CNN|
#cold-case#crime#dna-analysis
1973 Cold Case Solved: Missing Pennsylvania Teen Identified After 50 Years
crime1 year ago

1973 Cold Case Solved: Missing Pennsylvania Teen Identified After 50 Years

The remains of Ruth Elizabeth Brenneman, a 14-year-old girl who went missing in 1973, have been identified using genealogy, Pennsylvania authorities announced. Her body was found in a wooded area in Lebanon County, but the cause of death remains undetermined. The identification marks a significant step in the investigation, as officials continue to explore the circumstances surrounding her disappearance and death. Brenneman's family expressed relief at finally having some closure after 51 years.

via NBC News|
#cold-case#crime#genealogy
Bridesmaid's Murder Unraveled: '48 Hours' Explores Texas Cold Case
crime1 year ago

Bridesmaid's Murder Unraveled: '48 Hours' Explores Texas Cold Case

In a shocking twist to a 1995 Texas cold case, Clayton Foreman was found guilty of murdering Mary Catherine Edwards, a schoolteacher who was a bridesmaid at his wedding. The case was solved using advanced DNA genealogy techniques, which linked Foreman to the crime scene. Despite his denials, DNA evidence confirmed his involvement, leading to his arrest and conviction nearly 30 years after the murder. The investigation revealed Foreman's history of violence and deception, ultimately bringing justice for Edwards and closure for her family and friends.

via CBS News|
#cold-case#crime#dna-evidence
"Boy's Rock Collection Reveals Jawbone of U.S. Marine Killed in 1951"
human-interest2 years ago

"Boy's Rock Collection Reveals Jawbone of U.S. Marine Killed in 1951"

Genealogy students at Ramapo College in New Jersey confirmed that a jawbone found in a boy's rock collection in Arizona actually belonged to Captain Everett Leland Yager, a US Marine who died in a 1957 training exercise. The jawbone, complete with teeth, had been held by the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office since 2002. Traditional DNA tracking failed, but whole genome sequencing led to a family tree profile, and the Ramapo students, along with a high school-aged intern, identified a lead candidate who turned out to be Yager's daughter. DNA results confirmed the match, and the jawbone will be sent to Yager's surviving family. The mystery of how the jawbone ended up in Arizona remains unsolved.

via New York Post |
#dna#genealogy#human-interest
"Michael Douglas Shocked to Discover Relation to Scarlett Johansson on 'Finding Your Roots'"
entertainment2 years ago

"Michael Douglas Shocked to Discover Relation to Scarlett Johansson on 'Finding Your Roots'"

Actor Michael Douglas discovered on the PBS series "Finding Your Roots" that he is a DNA cousin of actress Scarlett Johansson, sharing identical DNA stretches on four different chromosomes, linking back to Scarlett's maternal lines in Jewish communities in Eastern Europe. The show has previously revealed surprising connections between celebrities, including Julia Roberts and Edward Norton being genetic cousins and Kerry Washington learning she was conceived through a sperm donor.

via CNN|
#celebrity-connection#entertainment#finding-your-roots
"46-Year Mystery Solved: Missing Iowa Girl's Remains Identified in Missouri"
crime-and-justice2 years ago

"46-Year Mystery Solved: Missing Iowa Girl's Remains Identified in Missouri"

A body found in 1978 in Missouri has been identified as that of missing Iowa teenager Helen Renee Groomes, thanks to advancements in DNA technology and genealogy. The remains, initially believed to be of a middle-aged woman, were determined to be those of a 15-year-old girl. After a pivotal breakthrough in 2023, DNA testing confirmed the match, bringing closure to the family of the missing girl. The investigation into Groomes' disappearance and death is ongoing.

via CBS News|
#cold-case#crime-and-justice#dna-identification
"Michael Douglas Astonished to Learn Scarlett Johansson is His Cousin"
entertainment2 years ago

"Michael Douglas Astonished to Learn Scarlett Johansson is His Cousin"

Actor Michael Douglas was shocked to discover that Scarlett Johansson is his cousin during an episode of Finding Your Roots. The two share "identical branches of DNA on four different chromosomes," connecting them through Scarlett's maternal lines, which trace back to Jewish communities in Eastern Europe. Both actors have successful film careers and prioritize family, with Michael being married to Catherine Zeta-Jones and Scarlett to Colin Jost, and both raising children.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#entertainment#family-ties#genealogy
"DNA from Chewing Gum Leads to Conviction in 1980 College Student Murder"
crime2 years ago

"DNA from Chewing Gum Leads to Conviction in 1980 College Student Murder"

Robert Plympton, a man living in Oregon, has been found guilty of the 1980 murder of college student Barbara Mae Tucker after DNA from a piece of chewing gum linked him to the crime. The breakthrough in the cold case came from DNA technology that was not available over 40 years ago, and a genealogist with Parabon Nanolabs identified Plympton as likely linked to the DNA in the case. Plympton was not convicted of rape or sexual abuse due to lack of evidence, and he is scheduled to be sentenced in June.

via CBS News|
#cold-case#crime#dna
"Surprising Source Unearths Trove of Records for Reconnecting with Irish Roots"
genealogy2 years ago

"Surprising Source Unearths Trove of Records for Reconnecting with Irish Roots"

Ancestry has digitized a trove of records from the archives of Ireland's Guinness brewery, spanning over 160 years, which will be available for free viewing from March 8-22. The records include employee details from 1799 to 1939 and trade ledgers from 1860 to 1960, offering insights into pub culture and potential family connections. This collection is expected to help many people of Irish descent reconnect with their roots, filling a genealogical void left by a 1922 fire that destroyed crucial records in Dublin.

via CNN|
#digitized-records#family-history#genealogy
"Genealogy Company Reveals Taylor Swift's Surprising Connection to Poet Emily Dickinson"
entertainment2 years ago

"Genealogy Company Reveals Taylor Swift's Surprising Connection to Poet Emily Dickinson"

Ancestry.com revealed that Taylor Swift and poet Emily Dickinson are sixth cousins, three times removed, sharing a 17th-century English immigrant ancestor who was an early settler of Windsor, Connecticut. Swift's upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department, is set for release in April, and she has previously referenced Dickinson in her songwriting. Fans have noted connections between Swift's album Evermore and Dickinson, including its release date coinciding with the poet's birthday.

via The Guardian|
#emily-dickinson#entertainment#family-history