Untangling the Burkert Roots: How iGENEA Revealed My Hidden Lineage
Family name Burkert
When would-be genetic detective sent off their DNA sample for testing at iGENEA, they opened a Pandora's box of family history - entirely redefining their understanding of their Burkert roots, their ancestral origin, migration patterns, and their connection to historical chapters.
After submitting my DNA sample to the iGENEA testing database, my understanding of my Burkert lineage was dramatically altered. The results revealed an unexpected ethnic background, significant migration patterns, and connections to historical events that have drastically changed how I perceive myself and my roots. This DNA investigation raised questions and supplied unforeseen answers about who the Burkerts were, where they came from, and fueled a deeper appreciation for my complex genealogy.
The Burkerts, according to my belief and family legends, were of German descent. However, my DNA results pointed me to unexpected Eastern European roots. Grazing upon this information reshaped my understanding of my family history, causing me to reevaluate the authenticity of the oral histories that were passed down through generations of Burkerts.
More fascinating was the revelation of multiple migrations in my ancestry. The trace showed movements across diverse regions implicating a potential nomadic lifestyle. This highlighted the resilience, adaptability, and adventurous spirit of my ancestors. It made me realize how these traits have unconsciously percolated into my personality, giving me a renewed sense of self-appreciation.
Surprisingly, the timeline accompanying my DNA makeup indicated a flair of impressive historical events like wars and mass movements coinciding with my ancestors' migrations. While confronted with such tangible links to global history, my lineage no longer felt isolated but became a part of a larger, interconnected human journey. It unfolded a sense of belonging that was missing.
My iGENEA experience opened doors to parts of my ancestry I never knew existed. The results have forever changed my self-perception, bonding me more profoundly to the Burkerts. I am not just a byproduct of their lineage, but a living testimonial of their courage, adaptability, and spirit of survival.
Z. Burkert