My own interest in family history began when my grandfather showed me a book tracing our ancestry back seven generations to Norfolk, England. I already had a fascination with history in general, extending to old coins and archaeology. But now with a family tree, I could see my own links to the past.

Years later, as a researcher, it is my aim to provide clients with family histories that they can be confident in. In my reports, I always cite the sources, allowing you to review any of the evidence for yourself. I hope the findings will provide fascination for your family for generations to come!

I publish educational articles regularly on my website directancestry.com/family-stories, which I hope you will find helpful. This is a growing platform, so if there are any topics you would like me to write about in the future, please feel free to let me know.

- JH McConnell