The purpose of this project is to try and establish as many various Smith/Smyth/Schmidt lines that have a connection at any time to Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, Kentucky, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, etc as possible. During this Y-DNA testing process, many of the Smith/Smyth/Smythe/Schmidt lines will be scientifically proven to descend from the same ancestors. It is our goal to build a large genealogical database to help all Smith/Smyth/Smythe/Schmidt researchers prove their family connections -- not only now, but also for future generations. This project will remain open and active as we continue to add others to complete our goal. It is necessary to have at least two participants and preferably three, from each documented and verified line in order to 'establish' a group.
Acquaint yourself with DNA Testing by visiting web site for Family Tree DNA, the firm conducting the Smiths of Virginia//Tennessee/North Carolina/Kentucky DNA Test. http://www.FamilyTreeDNA.com -There is also a mailing list you can join-send an email to GENEALOGY-DNA-L@rootsweb.com with SUBSCRIBE in the BODY of the message. Also see DNA-101