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NEW POPE: NEW CASE STUDIES  The election of the first American Pope has spared interest in the family history of Pope Leo XIV, formerly Robert Prevost. Recent articles provide insights exploring his Creole roots in New Orleans (New York Times subscription required) or the mystery of his European grandparents this latter provides a fascinating case study for dealing with brick walls. Navigate name changes, immigration and reinvention to build out the family tree of the new leader of the Catholic Church.