Did the Experts Get It Wrong? New Study Challenges Monte Verde Age | Ancient Origins

A new study in Science challenges the 14,500-year age of Chile's Monte Verde site, suggesting it is only 4,200–8,200 years old, reigniting debate over the peopling of the Americas.

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