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David Reich - How One Small Tribe Conquered the World 70,000 Years Ago

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Migration and Cultural Exchange in Prehistoric Europe

This chapter explores the intricate dynamics of population movements and cultural exchanges in prehistoric Europe, emphasizing the impacts of the Corded Ware and Bell Beaker complexes. It contrasts traditional archaeological theories with genetic data and discusses the societal structures of ancient cultures like the Yamnaya, questioning the nature of their interactions with contemporary groups. By examining migration patterns and the roles of genders in these processes, the chapter reveals the complexity of ancient societies and their relationship with mobility and cultural adaptation.

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