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Discover the epic saga of one ordinary American family whose roots stretch back to the dawn of human history in The Unbroken Line. Written by Jason Roos, this captivating family chronicle traces the unbroken thread of a single name across 14,000 years and 30 generations--from Ice Age hunter-gatherers braving the retreating glaciers of northern Europe to Viking raiders storming the coasts, Norman knights conquering England at the Battle of Hastings, and Magna Carta barons standing defiantly at Runnymede. At its heart is Robert de Ros, one of the 25 guarantors of the Magna Carta in 1215, whose legacy of courage and rule of law echoes through history to the U.S. Constitution. Follow the de Ros dynasty as they build majestic castles like Helmsley, vie for the Scottish throne, endure the Wars of the Roses, and navigate the turmoil of Reformation Europe. Then, witness the name's resilient migration across the Atlantic in the 19th century, where German immigrants forged a new life in the wilds of Wisconsin amid the Civil War, Great Depression, and World Wars. Blending meticulous historical research, genetic insights, and personal family lore, Jason Roos uncovers astonishing connections: from Rollo the Viking founding Normandy to a grandfather serving in Cold War Alaska, and a father crafting wallets in a Wisconsin factory. Dedicated to his son--the next keeper of this ancient name--and in memory of his own grandfather, this book is a testament to endurance, identity, and the power of heritage. Rich with timelines, appendices, and explanations of the family's iconic coat of arms--""three water bougets on a field of red""--The Unbroken Line is more than genealogy; it's a thrilling narrative of human resilience that reminds us: no family is ordinary when you dig deep enough. Perfect for history buffs, genealogy enthusiasts, and anyone inspired by stories of unbreakable legacies. ""The shield has never fallen.""

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