Richard III DNA tests uncover evidence of further royal scandal
by Ian Sample, science editor from on (#5R5N)
Latest genetic tests reveal another break in the male line, potentially undermining the legitimacy of the entire House of Plantagenet
When scientists revealed last year that an adulterous affair had apparently broken the male line in Richard III's family tree, they vowed to investigate further.
But rather than clear up the mystery, their latest genetic tests have uncovered evidence of another royal sex scandal. This time, the indiscretion could potentially undermine the legitimacy of the entire House of Plantagenet.
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