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DNA Reveals Surprising Twist About Christopher Columbus : ScienceAlert

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The Mystery of Christopher Columbus’s Heritage

On 22 February 1498, Christopher Columbus, a middle-aged explorer, wrote in a document that his estate in Genoa should be maintained for his family, emphasizing his connection to the city where he was born. While this has long been accepted as evidence of Columbus’s Italian heritage, recent findings have cast doubt on this narrative.

Last year, a team led by forensics scientist José Antonio Lorente suggested that Columbus may have been born in Spain to parents of Jewish ancestry, rather than in Genoa. This revelation, made public in a special program in Spain commemorating Columbus’s voyage to the New World, has sparked controversy and raised questions about the explorer’s true origins.

Although the scientific basis for these claims has not been fully disclosed, the analysis of DNA from Columbus’s son and brother indicates a possible Spanish or Sephardic Jewish heritage. This challenges the traditional narrative of Columbus’s Italian birthplace and opens up new avenues for exploration into his family history.

While historical documents point to Genoa as Columbus’s birth city, the idea of an alternative heritage has circulated for years. Some speculate that Columbus was secretly Jewish, born in Spain during a period of religious persecution. The recent DNA analysis adds fuel to this theory, suggesting a more complex lineage than previously thought.

Regardless of the outcome of these findings, Columbus’s story remains a fascinating blend of exploration, ambition, and controversy. Whether he was truly Italian, Spanish, or of Sephardic Jewish descent, his legacy as a key figure in history is undeniable.

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As we await further research and analysis, the mystery of Christopher Columbus’s heritage continues to intrigue and challenge our understanding of one of history’s most famous explorers.

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