The Family of Francis Marion Shaw Newsletter Volume 28 Number 2
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Authors
Shaw, Bryan Lee
Issue Date
2019-09
Type
Text
Language
en_US
Keywords
Berrien County (Ga.) , Berrien County Historical Foundation (Nashville; Ga.) , Berrien County (Ga.)--History--Sources , Nashville (Ga.) , Newsletters , Periodicals , Electronic records , Grady County (Ga.)--History , Historic preservation--Georgia--Berrien County , Georgia--Genealogy
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Abstract
This document details recent yDNA research that has revolutionized understanding of the Shaw family's ancestral origins. Initiated by Tom Shaw, Jr. and analyzed by specialists like Rory O'Shea and Margaret Jordan, this scientific testing has confirmed a highly probable paternal link between descendants of Jeremiah Shaw, Sr., and the O'Shea/Shea families of County Kerry, Ireland. This research suggests the Shaw surname is likely a derivation or morphing of the Gaelic name Shea (Séaghdha), challenging the long-held "Scotch-Irish" tradition for this specific paternal line and emphasizing a direct Irish ancestry. The findings are supported by both strong yDNA matches and historical context, highlighting the importance of scientific proof in genealogical research and pointing future family heritage exploration towards County Kerry.
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This item contains 1 PDF file with 4 pages in addition to 4 JP2 files