DNA analysis of two individuals buried in 7th-century Britain suggests they had West African ancestry. The study, focusing on remains found in separate cemeteries, indicates a familial connection to West Africa, likely through their grandparents. This discovery challenges conventional understandings of early medieval England's population and suggests a more diverse society than previously thought. The research highlights the potential for further genetic studies to reveal more about the movement and integration of people from different regions during this period. It contributes to a growing body of evidence that paints a richer, more complex picture of early British history.