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DNA Twist: Siberian Shaman’s Secret

Archaeologists found a Siberian woman buried in a tree trunk, decked out in a red wool dress and surrounded by horses—clearly a big deal in her community. But here’s the wild part: DNA shows her parents were close relatives, which is super rare for the time. Turns out, she was one of the last shamans, and her burial was a bold stand against Russian pressure to ditch old traditions. Even centuries later, her people’s DNA barely changed. Talk about cultural resilience! #History #Archaeology #Siberia