Category: Dominican ancestry

Puerto Rican and Dominicans – Getting Your DNA Tested for Genealogical Purposes

I had to think over who I wanted to write about and drew a blank because there are so many I’d like to write about. Since I’m still working on both my Puerto Rican and Dominican ancestry, I figured I’d talk about the benefits of having your DNA tested. First I recommend an Autosomal DNA…

By Anna Bayala July 22, 2015 5

Dominican Republic Genealogy – Where to Research

So today I finished up another semester in school and I’m celebrating it with sharing some information on Dominican Republic or like many of us call it; Quisqueya.  A word that the indigenous people on the island called it; the Taino Indians.  Much of their language still exist today and many don’t realizes that they…

By Anna Bayala May 8, 2015 0

So Why Do Genealogy?

This is a question many ask those who actually do the research. There isn’t a “one answer fits all approach”. In my path of researching genealogy, I have come across many who are doing it for many different reasons. I’m sure there are plenty more beyond what I’ve listed below. They want a sense of…

By Anna Bayala December 14, 2014 0