ZME Science September 10, 2026 • 19:40

Ancient DNA Reveals What Actually Happened to Ordinary People After the Western Roman Empire Fell - ZME Science

By Tibi Puiu

Ancient DNA Reveals What Actually Happened to Ordinary People After the Western Roman Empire Fell - ZME Science

Ancient DNA suggests Rome’s fall reshaped Europe through gradual migration and intermarriage, not a sudden barbarian takeover.

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The end of Rome supposedly came as suddenly as thunder, relative to history’s long arc.
The legions withdraw from their frontiers, opening the door to the barbarian hordes de… [+15020 chars]

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