This video was a tough one, and at times, it felt like a chore. However, now that it's ready to go, I'm really happy with what I've discovered about Thracian. Though, many questions regarding the language remain unanswered. Some of the most important ones include: What exactly is Thracian's relationship with Dacian? Is it a separate language or merely a dialect? What about those disregarded theories regarding Illyrian and Phrygian connections? Should they be revisited? Probably.

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Linear B Tablets:
calibra.classics.cam.ac.uk/tablet/search
calibra.classics.cam.ac.uk/Tablet/PY/654



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