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DNA analysis shows that the victims of Pompeii weren’t who we thought they were:
@evamarie That's fascinating.
We learn more and more about the ancient world with Pompeii. Despite almost 150 years worth of excavation, there is so much more to uncover. And as DNA analysis grows more sophisticated, more secrets will be uncovered.
@evamarie full article from Current Biology here on handy dandy Countershare. One of the perks you won't find elsewhere. Thanks, J! 
https://share.counter.social/s/1ac831
Thank you! 😊
@evamarie I just read that article last night. Then I went down the Pompeii rabbit hole and read articles arguing back and forth whether these poor souls died instantly. I was really hoping it was instantaneous but it sounds like it was more likely an excruciating 15 minutes or so for most. I also learned that Vesuvius is still extremely active and believed to be overdue for a huge explosion. I imagine by now Italians have given it some serious leeway...or "lavaway"