Discoveries
We love hearing what you’ve found in our online genealogy records and making some fascinating discoveries of our own. Send your stories to [email protected] and in the meantime, enjoy perusing all the amazing ‘wow’ moments we’ve already helped create.
Who was Jack the Ripper? The answer may be hidden in our family records
Heroes and villains in Tom Hiddleston’s family tree
What were the most popular vintage baby names?
We’ve discovered everyday heroes and unusual nuptials in Gareth Bale’s family tree
Harry Kane's family tree reveals footballing forefathers and overseas connections
The amazing historical LGBT figures you might not know
We've unlocked hidden branches in Joe Biden's family tree
My grandfather's World War 2 diaries have brought his incredible experiences to life
How I found out I'm descended from a Mayflower crew member
How I discovered the fascinating history of my house
How a mysterious dog tag recovered from the River Thames was traced back to its original owner decades later
The names found in the West India Regiment's army records will make you look (and think) twice
We've discovered the first African-born Gaelic speaker in our records
This one family tree is a snapshot of Britain's deep-rooted Black history
Our parish records reveal more of Liverpool's rich Black history
We've discovered even more about Dido Belle's remarkable life
Series guide: Who Do You Think You Are? UK series 17
The inspiring family story of a runaway slave who became the highest-ranking black soldier in his regiment
This eye-opening account describes daily life on a 19th-century army ship
