Ancient DNA analysis reveals the 4,000-year-old Upton Lovell Shaman was a woman
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Ancient DNA analysis reveals the 4,000-year-old Upton Lovell Shaman was a woman

15 Jul 2026 · Originally published 14 Jul 2026 9/10 Original headline: Ancient DNA analysis reveals Wiltshire’s Upton Lovell Shaman was a woman
New DNA analysis of the 4,000-year-old skeleton found in Wiltshire has confirmed the individual was female, overturning long-held assumptions that the grave's metalworking tools and ceremonial items belonged to a man. This finding shifts our understanding of Bronze Age society, highlighting the significant role women held as skilled metalworkers and spiritual leaders.
Source: Guardian Science Wiltshire
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