Paternal line provides potential citizenship via adoption - are we eligible?
My father was adopted sometime between 1950 and 1955 ish by his stepfather. His paternal grandfather on the adoptive side was born in Ontario in 1887, making him (potentially) my G0. I have read so many websites and I still can’t figure out if my child and I are eligible for citizenship.
I know approximately when/where the adoption took place in the US. Those records are sealed, as is the unaltered birth certificate. Everyone that could know info is deceased and my father was the oldest; none of his half-siblings were born/old enough at the time of the adoption. I have ordered my dad’s amended bc and i have mine. I know names/birth dates and have supporting records for all except my dad.
My uncle (his half-brother) and I are working together. He reports my dad is not interested in claiming/proving/applying for citizenship. He will likely also not be interested in helping me as we are non on speaking terms.
I guess I just need some guidance. I’m willing to do the leg work if needed, I’m just not sure where to start or if it’s even possible.