A recent study of ancient Celtic remains in England uncovered a surprising societal organization among the Durotriges tribe.
Unlike typical patriarchal societies, this group maintained a matrilocal system, where women stayed within their ancestral homes after marriage.
Genetic analysis of 57 individuals provided compelling evidence of this matrilineal structure, a significant discovery in European prehistory.
The data suggests that men moved to their wives' communities, implying women held considerable social standing and influence within the tribe.
