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Understanding the Past: What was the life expectancy in 1 ad?

Estimates suggest the average life expectancy at birth around 1 AD was only 20 to 30 years, a figure heavily influenced by a high rate of infant and child mortality. The real story of longevity in the Roman Empire is far more complex than this single statistic suggests, revealing a society where surviving childhood was the greatest challenge.

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Understanding the Past: What was the original life expectancy of humans?

Research into our prehistoric past reveals a common estimate that average life expectancy in the Paleolithic era was around 33 years. However, this seemingly short lifespan is primarily a mathematical artifact driven by high infant mortality, leaving a much more complex answer to the question: what was the original life expectancy of humans?

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