Woman hailed as 'Britain's first black woman' was actually white

A new study reveals that the "Beachy Head Lady," once hailed as "Britain's first black woman," was actually a local girl from southern England with blonde hair and blue eyes. DNA analysis overturns the BBC's 2016 claim of her having African origins.

Research from the Natural History Museum shows she descended from the British population during Roman times. Previous reconstructions incorrectly depicted her with dark features.

Dr. William Marsh confirmed the findings, stating, "We show she carries genetic ancestry that is most similar to other individuals from the local population of Roman-era Britain." The study emphasizes that "she's just this local girl who grew up in Eastbourne."