A point of interest
Per commented on the current fascination with Peder. “I think that he would laugh if he were to know about it now.” Peder’s era in Swedish history was a crucial juncture, but another was also critical.
Scientists were drawn to the burial for a more mysterious reason. Between Peder’s legs was a mysterious discovery that would reveal a fascinating story.
The plot thickens
It was a shocking discovery: a fetus that is estimated to be between five and six months old. The initial speculations about the unborn child were filled with many questions.
Most people believed that a servant might have secretly stuffed the fetus into the coffin. The DNA test, which is always reliable for revealing past secrets, revealed results that surprised everyone.
