With the recent discovery of Richard III in a Leicester parking lot and the epic investigation to authenticate the deposed king, we are reminded of the importance of personal identity.

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Read more: Will Richard III discovery rewrite history?

CNN: Richard III: Is this the face that launched 1,000 myths?

Supporters of the infamous king, including members of the Richard III Society, hoped the discovery would force academics to rewrite history, which they say has been tainted by exaggerations and false claims.

CNN: STORY HIGHLIGHTS

Supporters of the infamous king, including members of the Richard III Society, hope the discovery will force academics to rewrite history, which they say has been tainted by exaggerations and false claims.

CNN: STORY HIGHLIGHTS

Supporters of the infamous king, including members of the Richard III Society, hope the discovery will now force academics to re-examine history, which they say has been tainted by exaggerations and false claims about Richard III since the Tudor era.

CNN: February 4, 2013 -- Updated 1958 GMT (0358 HKT)