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    1. Re: [CHASE-L] RE: DNA testing
    2. Dear Chase's, With all the talk about DNA testing, I have to smile. I remember thinking a long time ago, that we should dig up the remains of William and Aquila for DNA testing! I have to ask, though. Would a DNA test, which can identify PARENTAL connections with less than 100% accuracy, actually be able to prove blood lines from people who are 10 or more generations removed from the original subject? I tend to think that we would all end up with results that read "about a 20% chance that these two individuals are related." After all, would the 9th great-grandchildren of Benjamin, and the 9th great-grandchildren of William Jr. even show a significant DNA link? Experts? Any thoughts? Regards, Lisa Zajkowski

    06/18/1998 02:15:13