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DU MAS (DUMAS) FAMILY OF FRANCE AND GOOCHLAND

Posted on August 21, 2026 by genealogy1066

Saintonge had been a district which had played no small part in the history of the Huguenots; in the early part of the sixteenth century, “Saintonge and Aunis, with the flourishing seaport of La Rochelle, were, to a great extent, … Continue reading →

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THE PARISH OF ADWICK-LE-STREET, ST. LAWRENCE – a connection to the family of President George Washington

Posted on May 28, 2026 by genealogy1066

This booklet explores the origins of the church of St. Lawrence, Adwick-le-Street, and of the families associated with it; those of high social status and power, the Washingtons and FitzWilliams, and those of their tenants, as recorded in a number … Continue reading →

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NORMANS AND VIRGINIANS

Posted on November 1, 2024 by genealogy1066

The similarities between the Noman invasion of England in 1066 and the early colonisation of Virginia is lost on the vast majority. The Norman elite were typified by how they formed familial associations – “Foedus inter consobinos heredes” – inheritance … Continue reading →

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THE WORMLEY FAMILY OF WOMERSLEY, WEST YORKSHIRE

Posted on October 12, 2024 by genealogy1066

These notes on the Wormley family are an amendment and extension of previous ones. They are a tribute to the great research efforts of Nick and Kevin Wormley, who over the years have explored their family history, creating a path … Continue reading →

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