DNA research
The O’Conor–McManus connection: history and DNA
The historical tradition and genetic findings linking McManus and O’Conor paternal branches.
Family archive
Ancient
Family
Reading our FamilyTreeDNA migration maps
How estimated paternal migration routes and ancient DNA discoveries fit into family research.
Family story
McManus history in medieval Ireland
A short introduction to the regional and genealogical setting before and around 1450.
DNA research
M222 and the Niall of the Nine Hostages hypothesis
A brief guide to FamilyTreeDNA’s Niall association and our place within M222.
Family story
Before 1700: Origins, Septs & Early Records
The earliest history of the McManus name belongs to the world of Gaelic Ireland.