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DNA Confirms Christopher Columbus' Remains in Seville, Reveals Sephardic Jewish and Spanish Roots

Oct 13, 2024, 11:30 AM

After years of speculation and extensive DNA analysis, Spanish scientists have confirmed that the remains found in Seville Cathedral belong to the 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus. This discovery resolves a 500-year-old mystery about his final resting place. Furthermore, the DNA study has revealed that Columbus was of Sephardic Jewish descent from Western Europe, challenging the widely held belief that he was Italian from Genoa. The findings were presented in a documentary titled 'Columbus DNA: The True Origin.' The study involved over 20 years of DNA analysis, comparing Columbus' genetic material with that of his siblings and descendants, and also highlighted his Spanish roots.