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Marriage Practices of an Ancient Warrior Civilization: DNA Insights into the Avar Empire

Marriage Practices of an Ancient Warrior Civilization: DNA Insights into the Avar Empire

Exploring the Secrets of the Avar People Through Genetic Analysis

May 07, 2024
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The Avars, a formidable warrior society of Central and Eastern Europe, once dominated vast territories in the 6th century. In a groundbreaking study published in Nature1, researchers delve into the genetic legacy of this enigmatic civilization, shedding light on their intricate marriage customs and social structures.

A view of the excavation site at an Av…

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