Tudor Genealogy Research
Comprehensive ancestry DNA research and historical documentation connecting the Tudor lineage to the present day
DNA Analysis
Advanced ancestry DNA matching and verification
Historical Records
Parish registers, wills, and official documents
Research Verification
Validated through genealogical research
The Discovery
Through extensive ancestry DNA research conducted between 2020 and 2024, Dakota Rea uncovered remarkable genetic connections to the Tudor dynasty. The research utilized advanced DNA matching algorithms, cross-referenced with historical parish records, wills, and official Tudor-era documentation.
Henry VIII Lineage (15th Great-Grandson)
The primary lineage traces through an illegitimate but recognized bastard line from King Henry VIII. While Henry VIII is famous for his six wives and legitimate children (Mary I, Elizabeth I, and Edward VI), he also fathered several acknowledged illegitimate children during his reign.
Research Evidence
- • Ancestry DNA research: Genetic connections to Tudor lineage
- • Historical validation: Parish records documenting the bastard line
Sir Henry Lee Lineage (13th Great-Grandson)
A secondary but equally significant lineage connects Dakota Rea to Sir Henry Lee (1533-1611), the renowned Tudor courtier and Champion of Queen Elizabeth I. Sir Henry Lee served as Master of the Armouries and was one of Elizabeth I's most trusted advisors.
Sir Henry Lee Connection
- • Generation count: 13 generations from Sir Henry Lee to Dakota Rea
- • Documentation: Continuous parish records from Ditchley, Oxfordshire
- • Historical significance: Sir Henry Lee's close relationship with the Tudor court
The Ceremonial Name Addition
Dakota Rea made the decision to ceremonially add "Henry Fitzroy Tudor V" to his name. This addition serves multiple purposes:
- Henry: Honoring the Tudor kings, particularly Henry VIII
- Fitzroy: The traditional designation for royal bastards (literally "son of the king")
- Tudor: Continuing the family name that would otherwise end
- V (Fifth): Representing the fifth generation of Henry Tudors in this verified line
Research Methodology
The genealogical research employed a multi-disciplinary approach combining:
- 1. DNA Testing: Ancestry DNA analysis
- 2. Historical Documentation: National Archives, British Library, and local parish records
- 3. Genealogical Research: Comprehensive family history investigation
The Tudor Foundation Mission
This remarkable discovery inspired the creation of The Tudor Foundation, dedicated to preserving Tudor heritage, supporting historical research, and honoring the legacy of this extraordinary dynasty. Dakota Rea Henry Fitzroy Tudor V serves as founder and patron, ensuring that the Tudor name and legacy continue for future generations.