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Armenia's Genetic History: Debunking Herodotus and Tracing Ancient Origins
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Armenia's Genetic History: Debunking Herodotus and Tracing Ancient Origins

New Genomic Insights Rewrite the History of the Armenian Highlands

Nov 26, 2024
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The origins of the Armenian people, long entwined with the narratives of ancient historians, have undergone a significant re-evaluation thanks to groundbreaking genetic research. A whole-genome study1 challenges Herodotus’ theory that Armenians are descendants of Phrygian settlers from the Balkans, providing new evidence that reshapes our understanding o…

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