TITLE: Dialects of DNA: Unraveling Surprises and Twists in my Rossbach Ancestry with iGENEA Test
Family name Rossbach
As I embarked on a DNA testing journey with iGENEA, I discovered unexpected twists in my family history that drastically shifted my understanding of our roots. From being firmly believed as Anglo-Saxon to finding our roots laid across Central Europe and discovering a Viking connection in my genetic makeup, the Rossbach lineage proved to be far more diverse.
My voyage into my ancestral roots began with just a saliva sample, a simple but crucial step towards unlocking the cryptic chronicle of my lineage. The results revealed by the iGENEA DNA test left me speechless. The journey of my Rossbach ancestors was far more riveting, diverse, and mysterious than I had ever imagined.
The first surprise came when my DNA results traced the roots of the Rossbach family back to Central Europe, particularly from the region of present-day Germany and Poland - a finding that contradicted my family's long-standing belief of our roots being purely Anglo-Saxon. The Rossbach surname, as it turned out, likely emerged from a locality named Rossbach located in these regions, where our forebears possibly settled for a significant period.
Furthermore, the test revealed specific genetic markers indicating that my ancestors belonged to the ethnic group of Slavs, who inhabited Central and Eastern Europe around the 6th century. What added a further layer of intrigue was the discovery of a significant Scandinavian trace in my genetic makeup, suggesting an unexpected Viking connection in my lineage.
Another startling revelation came from the paternal lineage analysis. I found that my paternal line traces back to the R1b haplogroup, most commonly found in Western Europe and significantly less common in Asia and Africa, debunking the family folklore of an Asian ancestor.
Analyzing the results, I realize that the Rossbach family history presents a rich tapestry of culture, migration, and resilience, far decoupled from our family's understanding. Despite the unexpected turns and bombshell revelations, the sense of connection and continuity that these findings offer is genuinely humbling and gratifying.
Not only did the iGENEA test reveal the geographic origins and ethnic affiliations of my ancestors, but it also brought to light the gripping journey they undertook across centuries. The revelations have sparked a fierce curiosity within me, and I am eager to delve deeper into the unturned pages of the Rossbach family chronicles.
S. Rossbach