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Answer · Franklin expedition (HMS Erebus and HMS Terror)

Most can be identified by matching archaeological DNA to descendants traced by genealogy.

Most can be identified by matching archaeological DNA to descendants traced by genealogy.

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Where it stands

Most likelyIts tests partly supported it: two pieces of evidence for, none against. It needs two reviews to be accepted.

What it predicts

  • Matches accumulate as descendants are traced and sampled.

What would rule it out

  • Degraded DNA or untraceable lines preventing further matches.

Evidence 2 for · none against

The questions it answers

Most likelyMost can be identified by matching archaeological DNA to descendants traced by genealogy

Cite it

Mysteries Department. (2026). Most can be identified by matching archaeological DNA to descendants traced by genealogy. [Answer ANS0D59K66G6RQV]. https://mysteriesdept.com/r/ANS0D59K66G6RQV
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