“Turning Matches Into Proof: Finding Bonnie Guynn’s Father Through DNA” — Born in 1910 and orphaned by 1918, Bonnie Bell Guynn’s origins were shrouded in mystery. Follow along as Certified Genealogist® Kristina Gow Clever uses documentary research, DNA analysis, and genealogical standards to trace Bonnie’s paternal line and reveal the identity of her biological father. Through engaging visuals and practical methodology, Kristina demonstrates how to organize matches, use tools like WATO, the Shared cM Project, and DNAGedcom, and integrate DNA results with traditional research to transform unresolved family stories into proven ancestry. Whether you’re new to DNA analysis or refining your skills, this presentation offers a clear, standards-based approach to solving complex genealogical puzzles.
“What’s in a Name? Finding Your Norwegian Ancestors” — Researching Norwegian ancestors can be challenging, but it becomes easier when you know where to look and how to think beyond the obvious. This presentation shares practical strategies and real-life case studies to help you make progress in your own research. Through these examples, you’ll discover how to extend your research beyond your direct ancestor to uncover hidden connections, how applying the Genealogy Standards broke through a 35+ year brick wall, and how a simple tool like Google Translate shed light on the Americanization of a Norwegian surname. Whether you’re just beginning or looking to tackle a long-standing puzzle, this session will give you fresh ideas and techniques to move your research forward. This presentation is sponsored by the Board for Certification of Genealogists through Legacy Family Tree Webinars. Register here:
https://familytreewebinars.com/webinar/whats-in-a-name-finding-your-norwegian-ancestors.