Are Humans Getting Taller? (Shorter in the Past?) : Hidden Histories

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Channel: Archaeosoup · 2011 · Education

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Welcome to Hidden Histories. In this series, we take a closer look at the world around us and explore the hidden depths of our shared history.

Today we look at peoples' height throughout history. Are humans getting taller?

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