How much circumstantial and DNA evidence is sufficient to bridge a gap in the paper trail?

Question

I have not been able to find a marriage record for my 3rd great aunt Taylor-49078. However I believe I have identified the person that she lived with and had children with, but may or may not have actually married. I think I have added enough evidence in the research notes sections in both profiles to justify adding her husband/partner, but I wanted to check whether it is actually sufficient or whether I need to add more (and what type of extra evidence would be necessary)?

Answer 1

I think you’ve made the case well - the research note is really clear and I think the connection is as well proven as most with a paper trail for the marriage! The DNA connections link Caroline to her family but I don’t think they provide evidence of the link to her common law husband. The paper trail for that looks strong though.

Comments

Thanks Suzanne.

Answer 2

I think you have made the case for the connection to be made. One of my major breakthroughs was no less circumstantial, but DNA support gives it weight.

Comments

Thanks Chris.