Ex Radicibus Veritas
Truth From the Roots
A modern historical society preserving Virginia’s founding legacy through genealogy, DNA research, archival evidence, and untold family stories.
History is more than names. It is truth, proof, and legacy.
The Society documents Virginia’s founding families and every branch connected to that history, including descendants, enslaved families, Indigenous heritage, archives, and DNA-supported research.
Inclusive Historical Research
Our work is built to preserve complete history with accuracy, integrity, and respect for every story connected to Virginia’s roots.
Projects Built Around Proof
Explore the Society’s major research areas, from searchable databases to DNA tools and long-form historical proof arguments.
Slave Owners Project
Searchable records documenting enslaved names, families, counties, and historical evidence.
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From Settlement to Legacy
A structured research journey through Virginia’s founding era and the families connected to it.
Founding Roots
Early Virginia settlement history and family origins.
Family Expansion
Land, court, military, and church records across generations.
Proof & Records
Lineage verification, documents, and archival research.
Research Period
Documenting families, connections, and historical evidence.
Member Research Portal
A secure members-only area for searchable databases, GEDmatch tools, private stories, document archives, proof arguments, and research requests.