10 Stunning Facts about Irish DNA that are Pure Gold
The Irish are one of the world’s most storied peoples, and their DNA reveals a rich tapestry of history, lets discover 10 fascinating facts about Irish genetics.The genetic landscape of Ireland is profoundly shaped by the R1b-M269 haplogroup, a Y-chromosome lineage found in about 84% of Irish men the highest frequency of this haplogroup globally.This lineage traces back to the Bronze Age migrations around 2500 BC, marking a significant turning point in Ireland’s demographic history.
Timecodes
0:00 – Intro
0:13 – R1b Haplogroup
1:14 – Irish Ancestral Components
2:42 – Invasion of Viking and Normans
4:21 – Genetic Disorders
5:40 – The Red Hair Gene
6:53 – Regional Genetic Variation in Ireland
8:32 – Close Genetic Links to Scotland
10:39 – Genetic Impact of The Great Famine
12:57 – Mitochondrial DNA Diversity
14:25 – Genetics of Isolated Groups in Ireland
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