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Was Christopher Columbus a Sephardic Jew?

Question #151788. Asked by chabenao1.
Last updated Oct 16 2024.
Originally posted Oct 16 2024 10:20 AM.

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According to a recent study of his (and familial) DNA, Columbus was more likely than not Jewish and from Spain (and undoubtedly concealing the fact at the time, due to the Spanish Inquisition being in full flight).

link https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg2049ezpko

Oct 16 2024, 2:08 PM
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