Irish vs English DNA: How Different Are They Really? 🇮🇪🧬
This image convinced millions that the Irish and English were different species. But was it true?
In the 19th century, racist scientists framed the Irish as a “primitive Iberian race” and the English as “noble Germanics.” These ideas fueled stereotypes, nationalism, and division for generations.
Today, we have something those scientists didn’t — DNA evidence.
In this video, we dive deep into the real genetic story of the Irish and English people — tracing their roots back to the Bell Beaker migrations, the Yamnaya steppe nomads, and the Anglo-Saxon invasions.
You’ll discover how ancient bones, new genetic research, and surprising historical twists reveal the truth: the Irish and English are much closer than history led us to believe.
Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction
00:40 – Bell Beakers
02:02 Celtic Language
02:46 Germanic Invasions
03:40 Modern Irish and English DNA compared
04:43 Conclusion
Credit to : Ancestral Linguist