# 1,500 years ago, a man trekked across Europe as the Roman Empire fell

- Source: Popular Science
- Published: 2026-11-05T16:56:00+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://www.popsci.com/science/roman-mercenary-leprosy-boat-burial-germany/
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/1-500-years-ago-a-man-trekked-across-europe-as-the-roman-empire-fell-b1d51a/

DNA from the man's elaborate boat burial is finally revealing his secrets—and possible mercenary ties. The post 1,500 years ago, a man trekked across Europe as the Roman Empire fell appeared first on Popular Science .

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