Searching your roots and finding your own unique place in the world's genetic family tree is an exciting prospect. By studying the inherited biological records within our DNA, each of us may identify common ancestors among individuals in the general population. A number of scientific genetic studies have been conducted to determine the haplotypes of various deceased famous people.

By clicking on the links to the left you can explore the backgrounds, DNA profiles and haplogroups of some of history's most fascinating people (and a few mummies as well).