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Attila's Huns were a motley crew of central European locals and East Asian immigrants.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Curry, Andrew 3 of 3

Abstract

A recent genetic analysis sheds light on the origins of the Huns, revealing that while some were descendants of the Xiongnu elite from East Asia, most belonged to a larger coalition of tribes closer to Rome. The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, examined graves in Hungary dating back to 400-500 C.E. and found evidence of a diverse group with connections to both central Eurasia and the Xiongnu elite. These findings suggest that the Huns were a mix of local and East Asian immigrants who adapted to local cultures over time, eventually uniting under the leadership of Attila. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2025/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:183348170
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