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The Lost History of the Amazon


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This source transcript details a research biologist's findings on the history of Amazonian peoples. **Y-chromosome DNA analysis** reveals that modern Amazonians' ancestors originated in Central Asia, migrating around A.D. 400. The research also connects Amazonian populations to other groups across the Americas, including **evidence of Melanesian ancestry** and a shared history with pre-Columbian North American cultures, as evidenced by similar **geoglyph construction**. The study suggests a complex migration pattern and population shifts across vast distances and time periods. The speaker encourages viewers to follow his work for further updates and research participation.


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A Cast of PodsBy Jose Acierto