Do Huns Still Exist?

The Huns rode westward, ending up eventually in Europe where, as the Roman Empire crumbled, they settled on the Danubian plain and gave their name to Hungary. They were one of few peoples destined to emerge again once they had disappeared from the almost eternal history of China.

What race are Huns?

Genetics. Damgaard et al. 2018 found that the Huns were of mixed East Asian and West Eurasian origin. The authors of the study suggested that the Huns were descended from Xiongnu who expanded westwards and mixed with Sakas.

Where did the Huns go?

Other historians believe the Huns originated from Kazakhstan, or elsewhere in Asia. Prior to the 4th century, the Huns traveled in small groups led by chieftains and had no known individual king or leader. They arrived in southeastern Europe around 370 A.D. and conquered one territory after another for over 70 years.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.