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A Stunning Treasure Trove Of Bronze Age Swords Has Been 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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A Stunning Treasure Trove Of Bronze Age Swords Has Been 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

‘Witch Bottles’ Have Been Washing Up In Texas — And Experts Have No Idea Where They’re Coming From

At least eight "witch bottles," which were traditionally used to stave off evil spells, have been found along the Gulf Coast since 2017.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 29, 2023

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‘Witch Bottles’ Have Been Washing Up In Texas — And Experts Have No Idea Where They’re Coming From

At least eight "witch bottles," which were traditionally used to stave off evil spells, have been found along the Gulf Coast since 2017.

By Kaleena Fraga 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

A Giant Rat That Can Break Open Coconuts Was Just Photographed For The First Time On The Solomon Islands

The local community of the Solomon Islands had been aware of the Vangunu giant rat for years, but efforts to photograph it remained unsuccessful until now.

By Austin Harvey Nov 27, 2023

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A Giant Rat That Can Break Open Coconuts Was Just Photographed For The First Time On The Solomon Islands

The local community of the Solomon Islands had been aware of the Vangunu giant rat for years, but efforts to photograph it remained unsuccessful until now.

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

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

Civil War Weapons Pulled Out Of South Carolina River 160 Years After Union Forces Dumped Them There

Union troops dumped more than 1 million ball cartridges and 26,000 pounds of gunpowder into the Congaree River during the capture of Columbia in February 1865.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 21, 2023

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Civil War Weapons Pulled Out Of South Carolina River 160 Years After Union Forces Dumped Them There

Union troops dumped more than 1 million ball cartridges and 26,000 pounds of gunpowder into the Congaree River during the capture of Columbia in February 1865.

By Kaleena Fraga 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

St Pancras Alongside Poor Victorians Featured

Uncovered Artifacts Shed New Light On One Of Victorian London’s Most Notorious Workhouses

Though London's St. Pancras Workhouse became so notorious that some have linked it to Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist, excavations suggest that it was originally intended to support and comfort its inhabitants.

By Kaleena Fraga Nov 20, 2023

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Uncovered Artifacts Shed New Light On One Of Victorian London’s Most Notorious Workhouses

By Kaleena Fraga November 20, 2023

Mass Headhunting Grave In China Featured

This Week In History News, Nov. 12 – 18

Ancient grave filled with headhunting victims found in China, phallic Roman wind chime discovered in Serbia, cache of ancient coins uncovered near Sardinia.

By All That's Interesting Nov 17, 2023

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This Week In History News, Nov. 12 – 18

Ancient grave filled with headhunting victims found in China, phallic Roman wind chime discovered in Serbia, cache of ancient coins uncovered near Sardinia.

By All That's Interesting November 17, 2023