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And now for King Alfred

Started by Patrick Waterson, February 06, 2013, 11:29:30 AM

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Patrick Waterson

Following the successful discovery and recovery of the earthly remains of Richard III, the next hopeful target is the bones of King Alfred:

http://uk.news.yahoo.com/richard-iii-skull--could-alfred-the-great-be-next-lost-king-mystery-to-be-unearthed--122834889.html

This could be somewhat trickier, but it is worth the attempt.
"Men occasionally stumble over the truth, but most of them pick themselves up and hurry off as if nothing had happened." - Winston Churchill

Mark

Less tricky than King Arthur though.

Patrick Waterson

Yes - pinning down Arthur's closest living relatives for DNA testing could be something of a challenge.  ;)
"Men occasionally stumble over the truth, but most of them pick themselves up and hurry off as if nothing had happened." - Winston Churchill