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Stunning Treasure Trove Of Bronze Age Swords And Thousands Of Coins Discovered In Germany

The swords, coins, and other items were discovered in the German state of Mecklenburg–Western Pomerania.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 1, 2023

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Stunning Treasure Trove Of Bronze Age Swords And Thousands Of Coins Discovered In Germany

The swords, coins, and other items were discovered in the German state of Mecklenburg–Western Pomerania.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 1, 2023

Archaeologists Discover Thousands Of Animal Bones In An Iron Age Sacrifice Pit In Spain

The various bones — belonging to horses, pigs, cattle, and at least one dog — date back to the Iron Age and illuminate Europe's little-known history of animal sacrifice.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 30, 2023

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Archaeologists Discover Thousands Of Animal Bones In An Iron Age Sacrifice Pit In Spain

The various bones — belonging to horses, pigs, cattle, and at least one dog — date back to the Iron Age and illuminate Europe's little-known history of animal sacrifice.

By Austin Harvey • November 30, 2023

9 Predictions From The Great Seer Nostradamus That Have Seemingly Come True

From the rise of Adolf Hitler to the assassination of John F. Kennedy, some of Nostradamus' predictions seem shockingly accurate.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 29, 2023

9 Predictions From The Great Seer Nostradamus That Have Seemingly Come True

From the rise of Adolf Hitler to the assassination of John F. Kennedy, some of Nostradamus' predictions seem shockingly accurate.

By Austin Harvey • November 29, 2023

Archaeologists In Peru Unearth 1,000-Year-Old Child Mummies — And They Still Have Hair On Their Heads

The four child mummies were buried alongside one adult and several red ceramics.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 28, 2023

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Archaeologists In Peru Unearth 1,000-Year-Old Child Mummies — And They Still Have Hair On Their Heads

The four child mummies were buried alongside one adult and several red ceramics.

By Austin Harvey • November 28, 2023

Archaeologists Just Discovered The Possible Remains Of A 1,400-Year-Old Pagan Temple In England

The structure was unearthed at the site of a larger Anglo-Saxon settlement that archaeologists believe was a "center of royalty" around the 7th century C.E.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 28, 2023

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Archaeologists Just Discovered The Possible Remains Of A 1,400-Year-Old Pagan Temple In England

The structure was unearthed at the site of a larger Anglo-Saxon settlement that archaeologists believe was a "center of royalty" around the 7th century C.E.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 28, 2023

Shunga: The History Of Japanese Erotic Art In 33 Vivid Images

During Japan's Edo period, shunga became popular with everyone from rural peasants to the wealthy ruling class — even after it was outlawed in 1722.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 27, 2023

Shunga: The History Of Japanese Erotic Art In 33 Vivid Images

During Japan's Edo period, shunga became popular with everyone from rural peasants to the wealthy ruling class — even after it was outlawed in 1722.

By Austin Harvey • November 27, 2023

Two Ancient Stone Anchors Were Just Discovered Off The Coast Of Sicily

The anchors are believed to date from 800 to 480 B.C.E. and are expected to be recovered from the water soon.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 27, 2023

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Two Ancient Stone Anchors Were Just Discovered Off The Coast Of Sicily

The anchors are believed to date from 800 to 480 B.C.E. and are expected to be recovered from the water soon.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 27, 2023

21 Of The Best History Podcasts, From Southern Gothic To Slow Burn

These enthralling history podcasts highlight lesser-known stories that didn't show up in your textbooks.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 22, 2023

21 Of The Best History Podcasts, From Southern Gothic To Slow Burn

These enthralling history podcasts highlight lesser-known stories that didn't show up in your textbooks.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 22, 2023

Massive 10,000-Year-Old Mammoth Jaw Pulled Out Of Florida River

The mammoth jaw was discovered in Florida's Peace River by self-proclaimed fossil junkie "Captain John" Kreastoulas.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 21, 2023

Massive 10,000-Year-Old Mammoth Jaw Pulled Out Of Florida River

The mammoth jaw was discovered in Florida's Peace River by self-proclaimed fossil junkie "Captain John" Kreastoulas.

By Austin Harvey • November 21, 2023

More Than 3,000 Roman Coins And Gems Unearthed At Italy’s ‘Pompeii Of The North’

Archaeologists discovered this treasure trove in the ruins of a theater in the ancient Roman city of Claterna, confirming that the site was once a major commerce center for Romans.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Nov 20, 2023

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More Than 3,000 Roman Coins And Gems Unearthed At Italy’s ‘Pompeii Of The North’

Archaeologists discovered this treasure trove in the ruins of a theater in the ancient Roman city of Claterna, confirming that the site was once a major commerce center for Romans.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • November 20, 2023