Pope Leo XIV's Canary Island Roots: A Surprising Historical Discovery

A surprising family history has emerged, connecting Pope Leo XIV to the Canary Islands. Research by Manuel Hernández, a history professor at the University of La Laguna, suggests that the Pope's great-grandparents, Jacobo Martínez and Rosa Ramos, were Canary Islanders who settled in what is now Haiti. "There's no direct proof," explains Ana Navarro, the video presenter, "but there are significant clues." The claim is supported by data from FamilySearch, a genealogy database. This discovery highlights the historical migration patterns from the Canary Islands and the lasting impact of these communities. The video's engaging presentation has sparked considerable online interest, prompting further investigation into the Pope's ancestry.