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Height records from bones show limited change through ages
Dr. Rahon analyzes millions of bones from France to compare ancient and modern statures. Measurements from Parisian institutions yield men around 1.65 meters and women about 1.54 meters, suggesting slight height decrease over time and limited shifts across eras.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tee
Babon
Museo Breca
M. Rahon
M. Rabon
Francs
Paris
Manouvrier
Mulicine
M. Bertillon
Criminal Identification Department
Rahon
Rabon
Gaul
Frank
Burit