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The Origins of Clothing

The Ancients

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The Origins of Homo Sapiens

Archaeological evidence suggests that hominins did expand out of Africa into Eurasia during the warmer interglacial periods. So, if it's a much colder climate, how did our ancestors cope? The problem with those adaptations is that they don't work when you're not in the cave. If you're out and about and you have to get out and about to get food at some point, then you really need portable insulation or protection from the cold. That's where clothing comes in.

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