The Dark Beauty of Historical Truths: Unraveling Jefferson's Legacy The story of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings has been a tangled thread in American history for centuries.
A 15 year research effort by the Smithsonian Institution to genetically verify the paternity of Hemings' children is set to rewrite textbooks once again.
While some may see this as a vindication of long held suspicions, others will likely view it as an assault on Jefferson's reputation.