We all have family stories that have been passed down through generations, but what happens when those stories turn out to be false? One dedicated amateur genealogist found out the hard way, as her family’s ‘Native American’ heritage was exposed as a complete fabrication. The fallout from her discovery has left her family divided and questioning their identity. Let’s dive into this fascinating tale of family secrets, deception, and the search for truth.
The Family Genealogist

The Native American Myth

Grandma’s Made-up Story

The Truth Revealed

No Native Americans in Sight ️♀️

Uncle’s Reaction

Cousin Ronny’s Tattoos and Pow-Wows

Ronny’s Shocking Demand

Ronny’s Explosive Response

Uncle’s Request and Disappointment

Standing Her Ground

The Unraveling of a Family’s Identity
This amateur genealogist’s search for truth has left her family in turmoil, as their cherished ‘Native American’ heritage was revealed to be nothing more than a myth. Cousin Ronny, who had fully embraced the false identity, was left furious and demanded the information be removed. Despite the backlash, our truth-seeking protagonist stands her ground, refusing to hide the reality of their family history. Let’s see what others think of this dramatic situation…
NTA discovers truth about ‘Native American’ heritage, family learns lesson.

The myth of Native American heritage in white families

The myth of having Native American heritage and its dark history

A white dad adopts an Asian baby and raises him in Chinese culture, only to find out he’s actually Korean. NTA but hilarious.

Debunking the myth of Native American ancestry

Respectful embrace of tribal culture is more important than DNA results
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Debate over blood quantum and Native American identity. NAH.

NTA shuts down cousin’s ridiculous behavior over Native American heritage

Family’s ‘Native American’ heritage exposed as Gypsy immigrant roots. NTA.
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Accepting the truth, even if it’s disappointing ♂️

Uncovering the forgotten Native American ancestry in Ronny’s family

Embrace your heritage and the facts that come with it

The obsession with heritage in America is questioned. NTA comment.

Native American heritage dispute: NTA called out for demanding info.

Insensitive language sparks backlash from commenters. YTA OP
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Ancestry tests can be unreliable and family trees should be private. ESH.

Uncovering family secrets through DNA tests: NTA for exposing truth
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Discovering the truth about heritage can be tough

Heritage questioned despite being on tribal rolls and having family.

Being truthful about family origins and avoiding offensive terms. NTA

Genealogy uncovers family secrets and painful history of Native ancestry.

Exposing a family member’s cultural appropriation with respect
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Ronny gets called out with a cold hard truth.

DNA tests can be inconclusive, but identity shouldn’t hinge on it. NTA

Respectful reminder about the connotations of ‘exotic’ and ‘native’.

Insulting to Native Americans. Commenter of Native descent says NTA.

Commenter suggests writing a Judd Apatow movie based on hilarious situation.

Exposing family lies can be tough, but truth is important.
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Uncovering family secrets: NTA for seeking the truth

Proud of heritage but recognizing privilege, appropriating is not okay ♀️

Research before claiming stories. Not the a**hole (NTA)

Commenter defends OP’s ‘not the a**hole’ stance with humor

Native American heritage is about community, not just genetics

Unintended consequences of family history research ♀️

Standing up for oneself, always the right thing to do.

Encouraging open-mindedness and self-discovery in cultural appreciation

Sending DNA for analysis: NTA or AH?

Discovering the truth behind family heritage can be a rollercoaster
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Claiming Native American heritage without understanding the culture is wrong

NTA. Family secrets exposed, but Ronny’s expectations were unrealistic.

Family heritage in question after DNA test results. NTA.


Debunking the racist concept of blood quantum in Native communities.



The fallibility of family history and extreme cultural appreciation. NTA
