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Bangkok Post – Study sheds light on log coffins

Ancient human DNA linked to modern ethnic groups, prehistoric migration

Treasure trove: The log coffins of ancient humans were found inside the Phi Man cave in Pang Mapha district, Mae Hong Son province.

DNA decoding from 33 pieces of ancient human bones and teeth found at Iron Age Log Coffin sites in Mae Hong Son province is showing a link between prehistoric communities and modern ethnic groups in the region, according to an expert.

Rasmi Shoocongdej, a lecturer at the Faculty of Archaeology, Silpakorn University, and head of the Prehistoric Population and Cultural…

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