Jacek Kotlarz
Jacek Kotlarz voted up PJ Stein's answer
Why do people care who their distant ancestors are? History is history and everyone's is important, not just your family's. Plus, what did you actually inherit from them? Why does it matter to you if you may be related to royalty?

I have found from learning my heritage that I come from strong willed people. It helps me be stronger. If they can leave family and friends and move to the other side of the world how can I not honor that by doing the best I can in my life? I also now know I … Read more

Jacek Kotlarz
Jacek Kotlarz voted up Danae Hitch's answer
Why do people care who their distant ancestors are? History is history and everyone's is important, not just your family's. Plus, what did you actually inherit from them? Why does it matter to you if you may be related to royalty?

I don't investigate my heritage to find famous people. I like to look in my past to find interesting things out about my family.

For instance, my paternal grandfather emigrated in the United States when he was just a lad. I have found out that the family home in Norway is still standing AND our relatives … Read more