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The Mystifying History Of Druids, The Spiritual Leaders Of The Ancient World

First appearing in written records in the third century B.C.E. and documented by Julius Caesar himself, Druids were esteemed ancient Celts who served as teachers, judges, and priests found in Britain and Gaul.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 24, 2024

The Mystifying History Of Druids, The Spiritual Leaders Of The Ancient World

First appearing in written records in the third century B.C.E. and documented by Julius Caesar himself, Druids were esteemed ancient Celts who served as teachers, judges, and priests found in Britain and Gaul.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 24, 2024

Divers Just Found 7,000-Year-Old Canoes At A Sunken City In A Lake Just North Of Rome

While diving to the bottom of Lake Bracciano and exploring the remains of the Stone Age sunken city La Marmotta, archaeologists uncovered five canoes that date back to at least 5000 B.C.E.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 22, 2024

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Divers Just Found 7,000-Year-Old Canoes At A Sunken City In A Lake Just North Of Rome

While diving to the bottom of Lake Bracciano and exploring the remains of the Stone Age sunken city La Marmotta, archaeologists uncovered five canoes that date back to at least 5000 B.C.E.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 22, 2024

Researchers Finally Uncover What Wiped Out The Mayan Civilization

The study's analysis revealed that a huge decrease in annual rainfall and a drop in humidity contributed to the drought that ended the Maya civilization.

By Caroline Redmond • Mar 22, 2024

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Researchers Finally Uncover What Wiped Out The Mayan Civilization

The study's analysis revealed that a huge decrease in annual rainfall and a drop in humidity contributed to the drought that ended the Maya civilization.

By Caroline Redmond • March 22, 2024

Obsidian Blades Reveal Easter Island Inhabitants Made Contact With South Americans 1,000 Years Ago

Trace evidence of plants found on obsidian blades from Rapa Nui suggests the island maintained frequent contact with South America during the earliest years of its settlement.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 21, 2024

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Obsidian Blades Reveal Easter Island Inhabitants Made Contact With South Americans 1,000 Years Ago

Trace evidence of plants found on obsidian blades from Rapa Nui suggests the island maintained frequent contact with South America during the earliest years of its settlement.

By Austin Harvey • March 21, 2024

Macabre Burial Of A Man, A Chariot, And Two Cattle Unearthed At A Neolithic Complex In Germany

The burial site includes the remains of a man alongside a chariot and two cattle positioned in such a way that the cattle appear to be pulling the cart.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 20, 2024

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Macabre Burial Of A Man, A Chariot, And Two Cattle Unearthed At A Neolithic Complex In Germany

The burial site includes the remains of a man alongside a chariot and two cattle positioned in such a way that the cattle appear to be pulling the cart.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 20, 2024

10 Shipwrecks Spanning 5,000 Years Of History Discovered Off The Coast Of Greece

The shipwrecks found off the coast of Kasos range from a ship that sank in 3000 B.C.E. to one that went down during World War II.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 18, 2024

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10 Shipwrecks Spanning 5,000 Years Of History Discovered Off The Coast Of Greece

The shipwrecks found off the coast of Kasos range from a ship that sank in 3000 B.C.E. to one that went down during World War II.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 18, 2024

Archaeologists Solve Mystery Of Unexplained Deaths Near “Portal To Hell”

Dating back to ancient Greek writings, people have been avoiding the temple for fear of death.

By Katie Serena • Mar 18, 2024

Archaeologists Solve Mystery Of Unexplained Deaths Near “Portal To Hell”

Dating back to ancient Greek writings, people have been avoiding the temple for fear of death.

By Katie Serena • March 18, 2024

Inside The Lost Underground City Of Derinkuyu, The Subterranean Metropolis Of Ancient Turkey

A labyrinthine network of tunnels and chambers that’s sat hundreds of feet below the Earth's surface for centuries, Turkey's underground city of Derinkuyu once housed 20,000 people.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 17, 2024

Inside The Lost Underground City Of Derinkuyu, The Subterranean Metropolis Of Ancient Turkey

A labyrinthine network of tunnels and chambers that’s sat hundreds of feet below the Earth's surface for centuries, Turkey's underground city of Derinkuyu once housed 20,000 people.

By Austin Harvey • March 17, 2024

This Week In History News, Mar. 10 – 16

Neolithic cobra pottery unearthed in Taiwan, missing half of Ramses II statue found in Egypt, mass grave filled with plague victims discovered in Germany.

By All That's Interesting • Mar 15, 2024

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This Week In History News, Mar. 10 – 16

Neolithic cobra pottery unearthed in Taiwan, missing half of Ramses II statue found in Egypt, mass grave filled with plague victims discovered in Germany.

By All That's Interesting • March 15, 2024

Well-Preserved Ming Dynasty Tomb Unearthed In Northern China

Discovered in the city of Xinzhou, this Ming Dynasty tomb was filled with various offerings and artifacts.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 15, 2024

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Well-Preserved Ming Dynasty Tomb Unearthed In Northern China

Discovered in the city of Xinzhou, this Ming Dynasty tomb was filled with various offerings and artifacts.

By Austin Harvey • March 15, 2024