Unravelling My Ancestral Story: How iGENEA DNA Test Gave a New Understanding of My Bitzer Heritage
Family name Bitzer
Sorting through family lore and conjectures, I sought answers. The iGENEA DNA test was used to unravel the arriving at unexpected revelations. It has influenced my self-understanding and provided a more comprehensive picture of my Bitzer ancestral lineage.
Undoubtedly, the DNA test conducted by iGENEA has opened a whole new realm of understanding about my ancestry lineage attached to the Bitzer family. The genetic voyage offered intriguing insights and completely upended my previous knowledge about the Bitzers. The revelations not only added avenues to my family history but also significantly altered my self-understanding.
I began this process presuming that the Bitzers were German through and through, predominantly based on surname analysis and family lore. However, the iGENEA findings surprisingly unveiled a strong Scandinavian lineage instead. This discovery was an unexpected one, altering the very foundation of how I perceived my family's past. It also helped me revisit our family's collective understanding and narratives toward our heritage.
Additionally, the results provided fascinating details about my biological heritage, dating back to the Viking era. Being descendents of such legendary warriors was something I would never have imagined and has left me profoundly affected by the valor embedded deep within my DNA.
Furthermore, while I was aware of the Bitzers' inclination for trade and business due to a great-great-grandfather trading in wool, iGENEA's findings illustrated their active participation in sea-based trade. The Bitzers were seafarers, adept with navigation and maritime trade – an impressive revelation that was previously unknown to me.
The DNA test also provided an unanticipated link to a well-noted historical figure, 'Leif Erikson.' According to the results, the Bitzers share partial lineage with this legendary Viking explorer, who is said to have reached America before Christopher Columbus. This information provided a sense of pride in my heritage and has instilled great respect for my ancestors.
In conclusion, the iGENEA DNA test has been a transformative journey. It has divulged captivating aspects of my Bitzer ancestors that were unknown to me. The experience has completely metamorphosed my sense of self-understanding and has allowed me to connect to my roots in a much deeper sense. The Bitzers I once thought I knew have taken on a whole new persona, forever shaping my perception of our unique family history.
P. Bitzer