What *matters* is the ability to trace line-by-line and
individual-by-individual the *precise relationship* of two individuals.
***Therefore, for example, to know that Oliver Cromwell 1st Lord Protector
of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland and John Hampden Patrie
Pater were first cousins is critical to both Genealogy & History.***
Further, knowing that the American actor Lee Marvin was a first cousin, four
times removed of General Robert E. Lee and was aware of it as well is
critical to understanding his psychology, possible motives and actions in
carving out his role in the History of American Popular Culture.
It's also interesting genealogically and perhaps somewhat counter-intuitive
to see he was also related to George Washington and Thomas Jefferson --
considering some of the roles Marvin played.
***...And it is fascinating to realize Queen Elizabeth II and President
George Washington Founder of His Country, are second cousins, seven times
removed -- and tends to show how closely connected we Americans are indeed
to our former British overlords.***
D, Spencer Hines
Lux et Veritas et Libertas
"Drink no longer water, but use a little wine for thy stomach's sake and
thine often infirmities."
Saint Paul 1 Timothy 5:23
"Peter Jason" wrote in message
news:m2fs6blpripfngcjo...@4ax.com...
>Isn't everyone?
Yes, especially when randy stable-hands, grooms, hall boys,
under-butlers, have their wicked ways with the lady of the house. One
day when DNA technologies are advanced, we'll learn some terrible
truths!