THE NAPOLEON DNA PROJECT - The search for descendants of Napoleon
Are you a direct male descendant of Napoleon Bonaparte? The genetic origins analysis of the Napleon-DNA-Profile
Since the beginning of 2010 iGENEA is on the search for male descendants of the Bonaparte family with a large-scale worldwide project.
47 people, who claim to be related to Napoleon have been tested and compared to find genetic similarities.
At the same time, scientists conducted comprehensive DNA tests with a hair sample of Napoleon. The result has been compared with a sample from Charles Napoléon Bonaparte, a descendant of Napoleons brother Jérôme Bonaparte. Both results matched and have been published in the Journal of Molecular Biology Research on 31.12.2011.
Napoleons DNA-profile
Locus
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
DYS#
393
390
19*
391
385a
385b
426
388
439
389-1
Allele
14
24
13
10
16
16
11
12
12
14
Locus
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
DYS#
392
389-2
458
459a
459b
455
454
447
437
448
Allele
11
31
19
9
9
11
7
21
14
20
Locus
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
DYS#
449
464a**
464b**
464c**
464d**
460
GATA H4
YCA II a
YCA II b
456
Allele
28
14
15
16
17
10
11
19
22
15
Locus
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
DYS#
607
576
570
CDY a
CDY b
442
438
Allele
12
18
19
35
36
12
10
Origins analysis "Napoleon Bonaparte"
With the help of a 37 Marker profile and a Deep-Clade test, iGENEA, the institute for origins analysis, has analysed Napoleons origins.
Haplogroup:
Napoleon belonged to haplogroup E1b1b1c1*. This group originated approximately 7.000 years ago at the east coast of the Mediterranean Sea between and Egypt and Turkey. Today this haplogroup can most frequently be found in Israel, the palestinian territories and Libanon. Also 10% of ashkenazi and sephardic Jews belong to that haplogroup.
Ancient tribe and region of origin:
The profile of Napoleon is rather rare. Similar profiles can be found among sephardic Jews, in Greece and Italy. It is not sure, when Napoleons ancestors moved to Italy from the Near East. They could have sailed across the Mediterranean Sea as phoenician or greek merchants 2.000 to 3.000 years ago. Also a jewish ancestry of Napoleon can not be excluded.
On hint to Napoleons ancestry is already given by the genealogy of his family: One of his ancestors, Francesco Buonaparte, has been called "il Mauro". His ancestors can be traced back to the city of Sarzana in northern Italy. In the the Middle ages this city has frequently been under attack by Saracens who controlled the Mediterranean Sea at this time. Therefore, Napoleons arabian ancestors probably came to Italy during the islamic expansion as conqueror or merchants.
Search for living relatives
iGENEA is looking for people who are descended in the direct male line from Napoleon Bonaparte I. The direct male line also includes the following members of the Bonaparte family:
» Napoléon I. Bonaparte (1769-1821)
» Napoléon II. Bonaparte (1811-1832)
» Napoléon III. Bonaparte (1808-1873)
» Joseph Bonaparte (1768-1844)
» Lucien Bonaparte (1778-1846)
» Louis Bonaparte (1778-1846)
» Jérôme Bonaparte (1784-1860)
There are many legends about illegitimate children of men of the Bonaparte family. For the first time, iGENEA offers the possibility, to prove these stories with the help of a DNA test.
In our Napoleon DNA project we search for further closest living relatives of the Bonaparte family.
To take part in the Napoleon DNA project order one of the following tests. If your profile matches Napoleon's profile in 34 of 37 markers we refund your payment and you receive a further DNA test as an upgrade for free:
Ordered by 16% of customers for an origins analysis.
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T H E S C I E N C E
The Y chromosome, the male sex chromosome, is passed on from father to son. Every son and male of the same paternal line has the same Y chromosome. If the Y chromosome of two men is the same, it means that they are related and share a common paternal ancestor. The extent of the match (number of common markers) can be used to determine the approximate number of generations that the relationship spans.
C O L L E C T I N G S A M P L E S
Saliva samples are needed for performing the analysis. Collecting saliva samples is easy, absolutely free of pain and can be conducted at home.
By Ancient tribes, we refer to peoples from ancient times who are defined not only by their own language, culture and history, but also by their own DNA profile. An origins analysis by iGENEA determines your Ancient tribe by means of your haplogroup and genetic profile. The result refers roughly to the period between 900 BC and 900 AD.
In addition to a certificate containing an origins analysis, genetic profile and personal interpretation, you also receive permanent and unlimited access to the largest DNA genealogy database in the world, which enables you to find people who share common ancestors with you. further information
Ordered by 16% of customers for an origins analysis.
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Personal guidance
We're there for you in person and will be pleased to give you detailed advice. You can reach us by phone or email.
Dipl.-Jur. Roman C. Scholz is one of the leading experts in the field of DNA genealogy.
Dipl. Biol. Joëlle Apter is a geneticist and anthropologist.
Please dial the following number for a free consultation by phone:
Phone:
0041 43 817 13 91
You can also reach us by calling our international number: 0041 (43) 817 1391. If all our consultants are busy, please leave a message on the answering machine or call us later. Requests by email will also be answered on weekends.
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Which test is right for me?
iGENEA Basic
The IGENEA basic test provides you with insight into your paternal or your maternal origins. The basic test is especially useful in the following cases:
people who are only interested in their origins in the maternal line
men who are only interested in their origins in the paternal line
iGENEA Premium
The IGENEA premium provides you with a personalised DNA analysis that is tailored precisely to your needs and questions. The premium test is especially useful in the following cases:
people who want insight into their origins in the maternal and in the paternal line
people who have a deep interest in their origins in the maternal line
men who have a deep interest in their origins in the paternal line
iGENEA Expert
The iGENEA expert test provides you with the total package in maximum quality and resolution. The expert test is especially useful for people who have a deep interest in their origins in the maternal and in the paternal line. Based on the current state of research, the iGENEA expert is the most detailed genealogical DNA test possible. More about the iGENEA expert test
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