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The 'Returning Soldier Effect': More Boys Born During and After Wars
The 'Returning Soldier Effect': More Boys Born During and After Wars
The 'Returning Soldier Effect': More Boys Born During and After Wars
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|Times of India|9 months ago

The 'returning soldier effect' is a phenomenon where more male children are born during and after wars. This trend, first noted in 1954, has been observed globally, with a consistent male-to-female birth ratio of about 104 to 100. Various theories attempt to explain this, including the height of surviving soldiers, timing of conception, and historical observations by Pastor JP Süssmilch. Despite these theories, a universally accepted explanation remains elusive, indicating the need for further research in this area.

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