The goals for this project include:

*Determine for each surname how many unique lines exist, and gather clues as to where each line originated.
*Unequivocally determine which families can be traced to a common ancestor.
*Discover information that might resolve known issues or brick walls.
*Confirm the validity of existing paper trails that show common ancestry.
*Assist in interpreting DNA test results.
*Encourage related families to
         1) share resources related to tracing ancestors,
         2) establish as common knowledge what has already been reliably researched, and then
         3) focus attention on remaining critical areas.