Fascinating Journey into the Past: Unearthing the Legacy of My Surname, Kraft, Through an iGENEA DNA Test
Family name Kraft
My journey into my past, unveiled by my iGENEA DNA test results, took me through an emotional rollercoaster, as it led me to uncover the origins and tales surrounding my surname, Kraft. The story is filled with great migration tales, battles, resilience and survival, painting a riveting image of my forefathers' journey and the circumstances surrounding the Kraft surname.
The fascinating results from my iGENEA DNA test have unmasked impressive tales of migration, survival, and community that are woven within my genetic code. They have enlightened me about the history of my surname, Kraft, painting a vivid picture of my ancestors' lives.
Research through iGENEA introduced me not just to the geographical origin of my surname but also provided an accurate historical context. The surname 'Kraft' has its roots in Germany, a confirmation of the stories that have been passed down in my family for generations. What I found intriguing is the meaning of Kraft in old Germanic - 'strong' or 'powerful'. This could possibly refer to the physical traits or character attributes of my ancestors.
The odyssey of my forefathers seems to have started over a thousand years ago in the north-western parts of Germany. My forebears, proudly carrying the Kraft surname, were part of the early medieval German tribes. Picturing them in a tumultuous period fraught with long-running tribal wars and the spread of literacy and Christianity, gives a semblance of their strength and resilience.
In the medieval period, my Kraft ancestors were part of a society that experienced profound changes. The transformation from tribal societies to feudalism. It's thrilling to imagine them contributing to this historical milestone. I am also captivated by the idea of them surviving the drastic climatic changes known as the 'Little Ice Age', which had severe social and economic impacts.
Taking a leap to the modern era, I could trace the Kraft surname across the Atlantic to North America. This shift indicates that my ancestors were among the countless Germans who migrated to the New World in the 19th century seeking better opportunities.
The iGENEA DNA results have given me a window to the past. I have been rendered speechless by the hardships, victories, and resilience my ancestors must have exhibited, giving a new, substantial meaning to my surname – Kraft.
T. Kraft