Françoise Mius (c1684-c1715): Mi’kmaq, Acadian, French & English Culture Clash – 52 Ancestors #422
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by Roberta Estes
3d ago
There’s more that we don’t know about Françoise than we do. We can infer some information from the facts we have. Françoise Mius was born between 1684 and 1687, probably closer to 1684, in a Native village. Probably in or near Pobomcoup, Acadia, now Pubnico, Nova Scotia where her (presumed) father, Philippe Mius II, was raised. Philippe was the son of the most prominent Frenchman in Acadia by the same name, and her mother was a Native woman reported to have been from a Mi’kmaq village, Ministiguesche, near present-day Barrington. By the way, according to the Nova Scotia Archives, the correct ..read more
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RootsTech 2024 Synopsis – Plus the MyHeritage Keynote is Online Now
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by Roberta Estes
1w ago
RootsTech isn’t entirely over yet. Many vendor videos remain available FamilyTreeDNA show pricing specials are still in effect until March 29th. Don’t miss out. Relatives at RootsTech is still available through March 29th Recorded RootsTech speaker videos are available and will remain available indefinitely. Gilad Japhet is the founder and CEO of MyHeritage, and his wonderful keynote has only become available in the last day or so. I always attend his keynote, but unfortunately, I was presenting a session at exactly the same time, so I couldn’t this year. Gilad revealed an incredible discover ..read more
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Marie Charlotte Bonnevie (c1703-after 1742): One Fourth Native & Not Her Sister Marie – 52 Ancestors #421
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by Roberta Estes
1w ago
Marie Charlotte Bonnevie was born about 1703 to Jacques Bonnevie and Françoise dit d’Azy Mius, probably in Port Royal, Acadia. However, the Port Royal parish records begin in 1702 and she’s not there, so it’s possible that Marie Charlotte was born elsewhere, probably Pobomcoup, an outpost, where her mother’s parents lived. Marie Charlotte Bonnevie should not be confused with her slightly younger sister, Marie Bonnevie, who was born on May 12, 1706, in Port Royal, Acadia, to the same parents. Yes, I know, it’s quite confusing. In this article, I’ll either call Marie Charlotte by that name or Ch ..read more
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Rootstech 2024: Friends, Discover Tools, Highways of History and the Storm
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by Roberta Estes
1w ago
I didn’t want to open the curtains Saturday morning, given the blizzard warnings that were worsening all day Friday. I finally screwed up my courage and peeked out. Indeed, those skies look dark, grey, and foreboding. Decision Time I had a decision to make. I originally planned to stay in Salt Lake City until Sunday, but I had already changed my flight to late Saturday afternoon following my session. I also changed my hotel reservation accordingly. However, if I packed and checked out, got to the airport, and my flight was canceled, I was likely going to be stranded, potentially at the airpo ..read more
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RootsTech 2024 – Celebrating 25 Years of Genetic Genealogy
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by Roberta Estes
2w ago
On the first day of RootsTech, we celebrated the milestone anniversary of 25 years of genetic genealogy. Right now, we are at the intersection of two incredibly powerful tools: genetics and AI. Both technologies are revolutionary and have changed and are changing the genealogical world overnight. What an amazing time to be alive! Day 1 is Just Beginning Day 1 is just the beginning, although pre-show activities have been occurring for a day or two. Everyone is excited. The energy on the show floor and as attendees talk is palpable – a form of human electricity. I’m going to share some of RootsT ..read more
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Honoré Lore’s Land and His Neighbor’s Farm – 52 Ancestors #420
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by Roberta Estes
2w ago
My friend, Suzanne Lesage, successfully located the land of Honoré Lore mentioned in his estate in 1818. In essence, she has achieved what I believed to be impossible and, in doing so, has brought Honoré back to life through his land. Thank you, thank you, Suzanne!! I had emailed Suzanne about something else when I received this reply. Your personal e-mail gives me the opportunity to give you information regarding where the Lord [family] lived. One link is the list of concessions of la Baronnie de Longueuil – Honoré Laure at the bottom of the page – no lot number of course, but we know it is t ..read more
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RootsTech 2024 Happy Dance – FamilySearch Library and RootsTech Setup
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by Roberta Estes
2w ago
Monday, February 26th, dawned in Salt Lake City with beautiful blue skies. I was excited to walk the couple blocks to the FamilySearch Library. Come along with me! I was planning to chase a few ancestors and had created a research list. The iconic “salt shaker” of the Salt Palace with its “Point of View” unity signs, which is a permanent art exhibit, greeted me as I exited the hotel. Fittingly, the Art Museum is next door in an attached building. It was chilly and windy, but we’ll term it “refreshing,” especially since it became much colder later in the week. Five minutes or so later, I was ..read more
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RootsTech 2024 – MyHeritage is ON FIRE with 13 Announcements
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by Roberta Estes
2w ago
I’ve got to tell you, MyHeritage has outdone themselves. I had a hard time just keeping track of their announcements, which totaled 13 – a baker’s dozen. You can watch the MyHeritage RootsTech keynote by Aaron Godfrey, here. However, there are a few things not in the video, so let’s take a look at a quick summary of what’s new. DNA Uploads with Free Advanced Tools Forever Extended Until March 10th MyHeritage just extended their DNA upload that includes ALL ADVANCED TOOLS FOR FREE, forever, to March 10th so click here now to upload every kit you manage. This is a great deal. Hint – new ethnicit ..read more
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FamilyTreeDNA RootsTech Pricing Lowest Ever & Still in Effect
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by Roberta Estes
3w ago
Yesterday, I wrote about how to find the RootsTech vendors’ online booths. So, guess what I found in the online FamilyTreeDNA RootsTech booth – a list of their show prices AND the associated promo codes, which means you can take advantage of these low prices even if you didn’t attend or even sign up for RootsTech. These prices, most of which are the lowest I’ve ever seen, remain in effect through March 29th. Not only are new tests on sale, but so are upgrades if you’ve already taken one test and want to purchase a different type of test, or you want to upgrade an existing test. Click to enlar ..read more
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RootsTech 2024 Online Vendor Booth Videos & Resources
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by Roberta Estes
3w ago
Maybe it’s just me, but I could not find the online booths, with their wonderful resources, on the desktop RootsTech website. I found the list of vendors, but they had no links. I know many vendors offer all kinds of videos, downloadable documents, and show specials in their “virtual booths,” even after RootsTech. I asked one of the vendors to provide the info. (Thanks FamilyTreeDNA who replied to my request on a Sunday.) Here’s the link to the Online Expo Hall for ALL vendors. Just search or scroll and select the vendor you want. I suggest taking a look at all of the vendors to see what kind ..read more
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