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From ancient kings to Trump and Xi: when did humans start shaking hands? And why?

The handshake is one of the most ancient and familiar gestures.

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The Conversation: From ancient kings to Trump and Xi: when did humans start shaking hands? And why? — by Louise Pryke, Honorary Research Associate, Department of Classics and Ancient History, University of Sydney

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