"Genetic Study Unveils Prehistoric Denmark's Violent Transition from Foragers to Farmers"
Researchers have used advanced genetic analyses to uncover the story of "Vittrup Man," the oldest known immigrant in Denmark's history, whose remains were found in a peat bog 5,200 years ago. The study reveals that he was genetically distinct from the Danish Stone Age population and likely traveled from Scandinavia to Denmark, transitioning from a hunter-gatherer to a farmer before being violently killed with a wooden club. His life story sheds light on ancient migration and cultural exchanges, providing insights into Stone Age societies and their ritual practices.