Tracing my family tree, some years ago. Sent for my grand father's marriage certificate, on my father's side. Checked my father's birth certificate. 6 months after they married. Took great delight in telling my daughter and son, and therefore their kids, were only existing because of a (likely) shotgun wedding!
12 People Who Discovered a Family Mystery That Rocked Their World
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6 months ago
Every single family has its hidden stories and well-kept secrets. However, most of these truths are bound to surface at some point, even centuries later. While the big reveal might often be a shock or an unsettling discovery at first, people usually end up forgiving and understanding the circumstances that led their relatives to act a certain way.
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