Christopher Columbus may have been a Spanish Jew
Study finds Christopher Columbus’s DNA ‘compatible’ with Sephardic Jewish origins
A new documentary explores 20 years of research into the navigator’s roots, suggesting his birthplace is in the ‘western Mediterranean’
DNA Evidence Suggests Christopher Columbus Was a Sephardic Jew
Spanish scientists have used DNA analysis to uncover the true origin of Christopher Columbus, claiming he was a Sephardic Jew from Western Europe. The findings, based on a 22-year investigation, were revealed in a new documentary titled "Columbus DNA: The true origin.
Christopher Columbus's DNA to shed light on his origins
In 2003, José Antonio Lorente, professor of forensic medicine at Granada University, and the historian Marcial Castro, exhumed what were believed to the remains of Columbus from Seville cathedral to take DNA samples. They also took DNA from the bones of his son, Hernando, and brother, Diego.
Christopher Columbus was secretly Jewish, new DNA study reveals
A new DNA study on the 500-year-old remains of Christopher Columbus has found that the controversial explorer was actually a Sephardic Jew from western Europe.
20-Year DNA Study Changes The Fundamental Identity Of Christopher Columbus
In a devastating blow to Italian Americans all across the country, a new DNA study spanning 20 years claims that Christopher Columbus was a Jewish man
Christopher Columbus Was Likely A Jewish From Spain Who Converted To Escape Persecution: DNA Study
A 20-year DNA study by Spanish scientists suggests Christopher Columbus may have been a Spanish and Jewish, born in Valencia instead of Genoa. This theory challenges traditional beliefs.
Columbus probably Spanish and Jewish, study says
Famed explorer Christopher Columbus was likely Spanish and Jewish, according to a new genetic study conducted by Spanish scientists that aimed to shed light on a centuries-old mystery. Scientists believe the explorer,
Christopher Columbus may have been a Spanish Jew, according to a new documentary
A recently televised documentary in Spain rekindles competing versions of the famed explorer's origins, but the scientific community is viewing it with caution.
Was Christopher Columbus Jewish?
A new documentary on Spanish television claims that Christopher Columbus was actually Jewish. Veuer’s Matt Hoffman has the story.
Scientists are finally ready to reveal the truth about Christopher Columbus's DNA
Christopher Columbus was the famed explorer who reached the Americas in 1492 under the Spanish flag and now new DNA evidence has revealed the truth about his own origins. In 2003, samples of Columbus’ DNA were taken from his remains which were exhumed from Seville Cathedral,
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International experts slam alleged Columbus DNA findings: ‘Commenting on this is like commenting on aliens’
World leaders in this field condemn the way in which the data on the supposed origins of the explorer has been released and ...
Experts advise caution about report Columbus was Jewish
For many years, guides leading visitors on tours of Jewish history in Spain have shared rumors that Christopher Columbus was ...
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DNA Analysis Sheds New Light on Christopher Columbus’s Mysterious Origins
New DNA research has revealed that Christopher Columbus, who accidentally discovered the Americas, was a Sephardic Jew.
Sensational claim on Columbus ethnicity can’t be verified say independent experts
A Spanish TV documentary has broadcast claims that Christopher Columbus was a Sephardic Jew from Western Europe and not from ...
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How Columbus’ First Voyage of Discovery Took Him Beyond the Reach of the Spanish Inquisition
Su verdadero origen (Columbus DNA: His True Origins), produced by Spanish broadcaster RTVE and Story Producciones, provides ...
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Columbus may have had Jewish heritage — that doesn’t mean he was Jewish
Columbus may have been genetically Jewish, but that doesn't mean he saw himself that way — or that Jews have cause to ...
NYC Columbus Day parade goers get saucy over new claim that explorer was Jewish, not Italian: ‘We don’t care’
NO. Italian Americans and Columbus Day parade goers Monday saucily waved off the claim that new DNA evidence shows the ...
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After 500 Years, DNA Analysis Confirms Christopher Columbus’ True Resting Place in Seville Cathedral, Ending Centuries of Speculation
In an extraordinary breakthrough that unravels a centuries-old mystery, scientists have confirmed the final resting place of ...