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What is the ancestory of my strange features?

I have a very unusual face, especially by British standards. I have heavy dark eye brows, a prominent hooked nose, deep set eyes which are mixed pigment, a medium complexion with reddish cheeks, a heavy jaw, very high cheekbones and round, full lips. I have been mistaken for being Spanish, Greek, Russian, Jewish and Israeli - I have that type of look and people frequently think I don't speak English.
I am 3/4 English and 1/4 Flemish; I know that the dark features and round mouth come from the Flemish side of the family, but I am unclear as to how typical this is in Belgium and if it isn't typical then where on Earth has it come from.
I always stood out so much growing up in Sussex so I'm am intested to find out where this has come from. Thanksx


Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: The logical answer is to research your own family history: genealogy. Begin with your parents and grandparents, ask them what they can tell you about their parents, grandparents, and as far back as they recall anything at all.