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This Week In History News, Nov. 14 – 20

Roman coin hoard found in Germany, lost sun temple unearthed in Egypt, ancient statue heads discovered in Turkey.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 19, 2021

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This Week In History News, Nov. 14 – 20

Roman coin hoard found in Germany, lost sun temple unearthed in Egypt, ancient statue heads discovered in Turkey.

By All That's Interesting • November 19, 2021

Israeli Archaeologists Just Unearthed A 2,100-Year-Old Fortress That Provides ‘Tangible Evidence’ Of The Hanukkah Story

The Hellenistic fortress was destroyed by a Jewish Hasmonean army in their war to retake the region from the Seleucid Empire, which had outlawed Judaism.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 19, 2021

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Israeli Archaeologists Just Unearthed A 2,100-Year-Old Fortress That Provides ‘Tangible Evidence’ Of The Hanukkah Story

The Hellenistic fortress was destroyed by a Jewish Hasmonean army in their war to retake the region from the Seleucid Empire, which had outlawed Judaism.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 19, 2021

‘Lost’ Sun Temple From 4,500 Years Ago Discovered In Egypt — Beneath A Newer One

The mud-brick temple discovered in Abu Ghurab dates back to the mid 25th century BCE and is likely one of six sun temples mentioned in ancient Egypt inscriptions.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 18, 2021

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‘Lost’ Sun Temple From 4,500 Years Ago Discovered In Egypt — Beneath A Newer One

The mud-brick temple discovered in Abu Ghurab dates back to the mid 25th century BCE and is likely one of six sun temples mentioned in ancient Egypt inscriptions.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 18, 2021

Roman-Era Bone Workshop And Statue Heads Discovered In Turkey’s Ancient City Of Aizanoi

Archaeologists excavating the city's former agora have unearthed a bone workshop with tools and an oil lamp shop with intact lamps.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 17, 2021

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Roman-Era Bone Workshop And Statue Heads Discovered In Turkey’s Ancient City Of Aizanoi

Archaeologists excavating the city's former agora have unearthed a bone workshop with tools and an oil lamp shop with intact lamps.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 17, 2021

Judas Iscariot And The True Story Of The Man Who Betrayed Jesus

Who was Judas Iscariot, a traitor or a faithful disciple? From the writings of St. Paul to the long-lost Gospel of Judas, here are the myths, lies, and historical realities of the real Judas.

By Carly Silver • Nov 13, 2021

Judas Iscariot And The True Story Of The Man Who Betrayed Jesus

Who was Judas Iscariot, a traitor or a faithful disciple? From the writings of St. Paul to the long-lost Gospel of Judas, here are the myths, lies, and historical realities of the real Judas.

By Carly Silver • November 13, 2021

This Week In History News, Nov. 7 – 13

Tudor paintings found behind English estate's walls, ancient "slave room" uncovered at Pompeii, meat-eating habits of giant prehistoric sloths uncovered.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 12, 2021

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This Week In History News, Nov. 7 – 13

Tudor paintings found behind English estate's walls, ancient "slave room" uncovered at Pompeii, meat-eating habits of giant prehistoric sloths uncovered.

By All That's Interesting • November 12, 2021

Scientists Just Discovered The First Direct Evidence Of Any Ancient Giant Sloth Species Eating Meat

By studying the amount of nitrogen isotopes in giant sloths' fur, scientists determined that these fearsome beasts were omnivores and likely scavenged South America for meat.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 9, 2021

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Scientists Just Discovered The First Direct Evidence Of Any Ancient Giant Sloth Species Eating Meat

By studying the amount of nitrogen isotopes in giant sloths' fur, scientists determined that these fearsome beasts were omnivores and likely scavenged South America for meat.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 9, 2021

Archeologists Just Uncovered A Remarkably Well-Preserved ‘Slave Room’ At Pompeii

The 2,000-year-old room likely housed a family of three whose daily responsibilities included tending to their master's horses and ceremonial chariot, which were previously discovered nearby.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 8, 2021

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Archeologists Just Uncovered A Remarkably Well-Preserved ‘Slave Room’ At Pompeii

The 2,000-year-old room likely housed a family of three whose daily responsibilities included tending to their master's horses and ceremonial chariot, which were previously discovered nearby.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 8, 2021

55 History Books That Will Change Your Outlook On Life

Missed out on the classics or looking for something new? Check out some of the best history books of all time, from ancient marvels to Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction.

By Leah Silverman • Nov 8, 2021

55 History Books That Will Change Your Outlook On Life

Missed out on the classics or looking for something new? Check out some of the best history books of all time, from ancient marvels to Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction.

By Leah Silverman • November 8, 2021

This Is How 15 Other Countries Around The World Celebrate Thanksgiving

Discover which countries outside the United States celebrate Thanksgiving, from Liberia and Ghana to China and Japan.

By Bernadette Deron • Nov 7, 2021

This Is How 15 Other Countries Around The World Celebrate Thanksgiving

Discover which countries outside the United States celebrate Thanksgiving, from Liberia and Ghana to China and Japan.

By Bernadette Deron • November 7, 2021