Neolithic Irish tombs were centers of community, not royalty, ancient DNA reveals

Recent research is rattling established theories about Ireland’s Neolithic tombs. What were once thought to be royal burial sites are now reported to be places where communities congregated, not dynasties…

More information: https://archaeologymag.com/2025/04/neolithic-irish-tombs-centers-of-community/

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