French Surnames and “Dit” Names in Genealogy

Explore the origins, evolution, and meanings of French surnames and “dit” names, and learn how DNA testing helps uncover Acadian and French ancestry.


Discover the Intriguing Paternal Lineage of Michael Jackson: Unraveling His Ancestral Roots

Discover the origins of the Jackson industrious spirit and paternal line as Sherman McRae delves into the King of Pop’s Big Y-700 connection.


The Origins of Acadians and a Journey through French History

Roberta Estes provides a historical overview of the birth of France, the French diaspora, and the settlement and exodus of the Acadian population in Eastern Canada.