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500-year-old mystery about Christopher Columbus' mortal remains solved
short by Sakshita Khosla / on Sunday, 13 October, 2024
Spanish scientists have confirmed through DNA analysis that explorer Christopher Columbus' mortal remains are in a tomb at Seville Cathedral, solving a 500-year-old mystery. Columbus' body was moved multiple times after his death in 1506, making it tricky to determine his final resting place. The team's 20-year research involved comparing DNA samples with those of his relatives and descendants.
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