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During this timeframe, several significant events unfolded across the globe, such as the Hunnic invasions that dismantled parts of the Roman Empire and the decline of the Han Dynasty in China. A significant wave of Central Asians is believed to have journeyed to the Americas just before the collapse of the Mayan civilization, with some eventually settling in the Amazon.
Tracing Connections Across Continents
The Y chromosome tree elucidates the history of indigenous Amazonians who arrived on the shores of the continent after long-distance travels from Central Asia. Interestingly, analysis of DNA samples suggests a genetic connection to other regions, including Melanesia, indicating cultural exchanges or even migrations that were far-reaching and complex.