Family History

Initiated by:
• Ceit

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If you have images you can share, it's show-and-tell time! One opinion on importance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXtMo71QMas (28:09) A consequence of hiding your roots (yes, it's about Herriman, I couldn't resist): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXjlx-1h6yQ (13:18) These people take it seriously: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JcSyvvreJKs (2:25) Happy surprises: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vlQYlU2xkk (6:28) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXgCbDDubFk (5:03) 1. How important is family and family history to personal identity? What is the best way to confront surprises of e.g. ethnicity or behavior in a person's background? 2. How much emphasis should be placed on an adopted child's biological heritage? 3. Is family history a component of national history? How do the concepts interact? 4. Is blood thicker than water? 5. What do you know about your family history? Do you have a favorite anecdote? 6. Would adoptions or affair children from generations ago affect how you see your family now?