First genetic proof that women were Viking warriors - Phys.Org

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First genetic proof that women were Viking warriors Phys.Org Illustration by Evald Hansen based on the original plan of the grave by excavator Hjalmar Stolpe, published in 1889. Credit: Uppsala University. New DNA evidence uncovered by researchers at Uppsala University and Stockholm University shows that there ... DNA from ancient Viking burials reveal women warriors fought with — and commanded — menRaw Story An officer and a gentlewoman from the Viking army in BirkaEurekAlert (press release) Iconic viking warrior was a woman, DNA test confirmsRT Forbes -International Business Times -The Local Sweden all 8 news articles »

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