Ancient DNA Reveals Siberian Roots of Estonians, Finns, and Hungarians

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Ancient DNA Reveals Siberian Roots of Estonians, Finns, and Hungarians
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A study of ancient genomes reveals that the ancestors of Estonians, Finns, and Hungarians have Siberian roots dating back 4,500 years, likely spreading westward from the Altai Mountains region, with genetic evidence suggesting patrilineal organization, though the link to language spread remains complex and not definitively proven.

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