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🌳 12-Platform Genealogy Research Network

Discover your true family story.

Search billions of historical records across public archives and genealogy databases worldwide. Meet Scout Patterson, your personal Private Family Detective.

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Meet Scout Patterson (ScoutAI)

Your Private Family Detective trained in Forensic Genealogy, DNA Triangulation, Family Advocacy, and Habitation & Geographical Theoretics.

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What's Included in Every FYBF Plan

20 Years of Mending Families. Every subscription includes our full research stack β€” no hidden fees, no gatekeeping.

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Confidential Initial Consultation

Private case review and strategy discussion β€” your information stays protected.

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DNA Match Analysis & Interpretation

Match clustering, centimorgan (cM) evaluation, and parent-of-origin analysis.

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Quick DNA Match Review (Consult Phase)

Preliminary DNA match analysis to assess parental lines and investigation viability.

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Family Tree Construction

Building and refining trees from DNA matches to isolate biological parent lines.

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Census & Vital Records Research

Census, birth, marriage, death, and public record analysis across 12+ platforms.

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Background & Identity Research

Genealogical background checks, identity verification, timeline consistency β€” research-based only.

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Evidence Review & Documentation

Organized findings with clear explanation of conclusions β€” you get the full picture.

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Ongoing Client Communication

Regular updates and the ability to ask questions throughout the investigation.

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Secure & Ethical Case Handling

All information handled with strict confidentiality and evidence-based rigor.

Explore Record Types

Deep-dive analysis across verified archival sources β€” not surface-level mainstream searches. We trace the real history, filtering out noise and misinformation.

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Unraveling Your Roots

by Skwirl Rogers β€’ Rogers & Barrett Creative Media

The definitive guide to breaking through genealogy brick walls using DNA match triangulation, chromosome mapping, centimorgan analysis, and 85+ essential genealogy terms explained.

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Glossary of Common Genealogy & DNA Terms

Extracted from Unraveling Your Roots. Free terms available to all; full comprehensive dictionary unlocked with subscription.

Centimorgan (cM)

A unit of measurement for genetic linkage, used to express the distance between chromosome positions and calculate relationship proximity.

GEDCOM File

GEnealogical Data COMmunication file format used to exchange family tree data between different genealogy software programs.

Chromosome Triangulation

The process of identifying three or more people who share a common segment of DNA on the same chromosome inherited from a shared ancestor.

Habitation Theoretics

Reconstructing historical family movement and residence timelines based on land deeds, tax registers, and census schedules.

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Why Use ScoutAI vs Searching Alone?

Scout Patterson does the heavy lifting β€” deep forensic analysis, not just keyword searches. Here's what changes when you have a real investigator.

ScoutAI Services

Full forensic investigation
  • Multi-platform deep archival sweep
  • DNA match triangulation & cM mapping
  • Automated family tree construction
  • Cross-referenced census, vital, & court records
  • Habitation timeline reconstruction
  • Evidence-based conclusions with documentation
  • Ongoing case updates & consultation
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DIY Search

Surface-level lookup
  • Single-platform keyword search
  • No DNA analysis or cM evaluation
  • Manual tree building (if any)
  • One record source at a time
  • No migration or timeline analysis
  • Unverified results, no documentation
  • No expert guidance or follow-up
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"20 Years of Mending Families"

Your Professional Family Reunification Services. Get a free consultation and let Scout Patterson trace your roots with forensic precision.

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Learn About Genealogy & DNA

Not sure where to begin? Explore our guides, watch how-tos, and discover what's possible with your family history.

Getting Started

Family History 101

From building your first tree to understanding census records β€” a beginner's guide to tracing your roots.

DNA Basics

Understanding DNA Matches

How centimorgans work, what DNA segments tell you, and how to interpret your genetic connections.

Expert Tips

Breaking Brick Walls

Advanced techniques for solving genealogy mysteries β€” DNA triangulation, chromosome mapping, and more.

Resources

Record Types Explained

Census records, vital records, military files, obituaries β€” what each contains and how to read them.

Competitive Subscription Plans

Unlock deep-dive forensic research with ScoutAI. Non-subscribers can use the FindMeAncestry Demo Version for basic inquiries.

Discovery Tier

Basic historical & census lookups

$9.99 /mo
  • Free public records & FamilySearch integration
  • Basic ScoutAI chat queries
  • Census & Vital Records search

All-Access Advocate

Complete biological family advocacy with full bridge access

$29.99 /mo
  • Everything in Forensic Explorer
  • Priority ScoutAI response processing
  • Family Reunification & Adoption research
  • Confidential Dossier Exports
  • PowerHouse Discoveries-All Access Bridge: deep-dive lineage investigation, Priority Urgent Handling, and exclusive Advanced Triangulation Workbook access