Unearthing Barclay Roots: An Insightful Journey with iGENEA DNA Test
Family name Barclay
Exploring ancestral roots and gaining insights about my family's history, the surname 'Barclay,' was truly revolutionary thanks to the iGENEA DNA test. The results provided astonishing links to historical Scottish Barclay figures and helped reconnect with distant relatives worldwide.
After receiving the iGENEA DNA test results, my understanding of my ancestral roots and surname 'Barclay' has been utterly revolutionized. It was indeed an incredible journey that took me many centuries back to trace my lineage and gain crystal-clear insights into my family's past. The ordering and testing processes were straightforward and seamless. The package arrived punctually, and the included instructions were clear and easy to follow.
What made the process truly remarkable was the historical context iGENEA provided. The analysis linked my paternal lineage to the Clan Barclay in Scotland. I learned that my forebears were among the first Barclay settlers in Scotland during the 12th century, which was confirmed by a high match in the 'Barclay Surname Y-DNA Project'. It was astonishing to see a familial link to notable Barclay figures in history, like Alexander de Berkeley, a well-known figure in the Scottish Wars of Independence.
The database's 'relative finder' feature allowed for an incredible opportunity to connect with others sharing Barclay as a surname. I made contact with several distant relatives from different parts of the world – this was a truly global family reunion! It is indeed epic to consider that some of us have crossed oceans and nations only to reconnect through technology and science.
An intriguing aspect of the analysis was the detailed migratory patterns of my ancestors. I was given maps tracing Barclay's forebear's movements from ancient homelands through different epochs until their settling in Scotland. It was uncannily accurate, aligned with documented historical movements of the Barclay Clan.
Overall, I feel that iGENEA DNA test has carved out an accurate narrative of the Barclay clan's heritage. It made me understand that we are indeed the sum of our past, and knowing about it lends a sense of completeness. This definitely was a worthwhile endeavor I'd recommend to anyone interested in their ancestry.
N. Barclay