Christopher Vicksburg

Christopher Vicksburg, or Christopher of Lanier is the second son of Samantha, Countess of Lanier and is a direct descendant of Josef I, King of J Andres. In 2059, he married Ashley Carpenter, a wealthy socialite and former Governor of Puerto Pacis.

Patrilineality
, descent as reckoned from father to son, has historically been the principle determining membership in reigning families. By the paternal line, Christopher belongs to the House of Haywood.
 * House of Haywood
 * 1) Robert Haywood of Essex
 * 2) Christopher of Lanier

Royal House
In J Andres, the descendants of a non-royal male are not required to take the name of his house as decreed by Queen Stephanie in 2052. In this manner, all royals should be able to trace their ancestry to Josef I or one of heads of the Dukedoms of bestowed peerage. As such, by Royal Lineage, Christopher belongs to the House of Mercton.  Josef I, King of J Andres Richard, Emperor of J Andres Samantha, Countess of Lanier  Christopher of Lanier 
 * House of Mercton
 * House of Vicksburg

Titles

 * November 12, 2036 - July 7, 2052 - Lord Christopher
 * July 7, 2052 - July 1, 2055 - Lord Christopher of Providence
 * July 1, 2055 - Present - Lord Christopher of Lanier