DNA Study Reveals Sephardic Jewish Origins of Christopher Columbus, New Insights into Explorer's Ancestry

DNA Study Reveals Sephardic Jewish Origins of Christopher Columbus, New Insights into Explorer's Ancestry

A groundbreaking DNA study reveals Christopher Columbus as a Sephardic Jew from Western Europe, challenging traditional beliefs about the explorer's origins. Researchers analyzed remains believed to be Columbus’ and matched them to known descendants, uncovering Jewish ancestry through both paternal and maternal lines. Announced in a documentary, the study revamps our understanding of the iconic navigator's roots.

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