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DNA Testing Just Revealed That This 1,000-Year-Old Finnish Viking Was Likely A Well-Respected Intersex Warrior

The Viking remains, which date to between 1050 and 1300, were buried with both male and female objects, suggesting a highly-regarded member of society with a non-binary gender identity.

By Kaleena Fraga • Aug 2, 2021

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DNA Testing Just Revealed That This 1,000-Year-Old Finnish Viking Was Likely A Well-Respected Intersex Warrior

The Viking remains, which date to between 1050 and 1300, were buried with both male and female objects, suggesting a highly-regarded member of society with a non-binary gender identity.

By Kaleena Fraga • August 2, 2021

This Week In History News, Jul. 25 – 31

Trove of Jurassic starfish uncovered, 890-million-year-old "spongelike" fossils found, Roman amphitheater unearthed.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 30, 2021

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This Week In History News, Jul. 25 – 31

Trove of Jurassic starfish uncovered, 890-million-year-old "spongelike" fossils found, Roman amphitheater unearthed.

By All That's Interesting • July 30, 2021

Jack The Ripper’s ‘From Hell’ Letter And The Macabre Story Behind It

Today, there are only three Jack the Ripper letters that investigators believe may be credible. But only the "From Hell" letter was sent along with a human kidney.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 29, 2021

Jack The Ripper’s ‘From Hell’ Letter And The Macabre Story Behind It

Today, there are only three Jack the Ripper letters that investigators believe may be credible. But only the "From Hell" letter was sent along with a human kidney.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 29, 2021

Pompeii Graffiti Shows Just How Raunchy Ancient Romans Really Were

Ancient Roman graffiti in Pompeii has been found on walls throughout the city, nearly perfectly preserved since the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 28, 2021

Pompeii Graffiti Shows Just How Raunchy Ancient Romans Really Were

Ancient Roman graffiti in Pompeii has been found on walls throughout the city, nearly perfectly preserved since the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 28, 2021

Archaeologists Just Discovered A 1,800-Year-Old Roman Gladiator Arena In Turkey — Where Travelers Bet On ‘Bloody Shows’

Researchers used 200-year-old records to uncover the Colosseum-like arena where gladiators and animals fought to the death in the ancient town of Mastaura in western Turkey.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 28, 2021

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Archaeologists Just Discovered A 1,800-Year-Old Roman Gladiator Arena In Turkey — Where Travelers Bet On ‘Bloody Shows’

Researchers used 200-year-old records to uncover the Colosseum-like arena where gladiators and animals fought to the death in the ancient town of Mastaura in western Turkey.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 28, 2021

Inside Caerlaverock Castle, The Mighty Fortress That Holds 800 Years Of Scottish History

Built in the 13th century by Clan Maxwell, Caerlaverock Castle is a striking triangular fortress on Scotland’s southern coast — which can still be visited today.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 26, 2021

Inside Caerlaverock Castle, The Mighty Fortress That Holds 800 Years Of Scottish History

Built in the 13th century by Clan Maxwell, Caerlaverock Castle is a striking triangular fortress on Scotland’s southern coast — which can still be visited today.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 26, 2021

Jeanne Baret Was The First Woman To Circumnavigate The Globe — And She Disguised Herself As A Man To Do It

In 1766, Jeanne Baret secretly joined the first French naval voyage around the world by pretending to be a cabin boy.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 25, 2021

Jeanne Baret Was The First Woman To Circumnavigate The Globe — And She Disguised Herself As A Man To Do It

In 1766, Jeanne Baret secretly joined the first French naval voyage around the world by pretending to be a cabin boy.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 25, 2021

This Week In History News, Jul. 18 – 24

Sunken city near Venice discovered, ancient Roman border stone found, intact Visigoth sarcophagus unearthed.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 23, 2021

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This Week In History News, Jul. 18 – 24

Sunken city near Venice discovered, ancient Roman border stone found, intact Visigoth sarcophagus unearthed.

By All That's Interesting • July 23, 2021

27 Stunning Photos Of McDermott’s Castle, The Irish Palace With A Haunting Secret

Standing on a tiny island in Lough Key in Ireland, McDermott’s Castle has a rich and eerie history that dates back to the 12th century.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 21, 2021

27 Stunning Photos Of McDermott’s Castle, The Irish Palace With A Haunting Secret

Standing on a tiny island in Lough Key in Ireland, McDermott’s Castle has a rich and eerie history that dates back to the 12th century.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 21, 2021

‘Spectacular And Unexpected’ 1,500-Year-Old Visigoth Sarcophagus Unearthed In Spain

Archeologists from the University of Murcia came across the 1,500-year-old Visigoth sarcophagus at the Roman necropolis of Los Villaricos.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jul 20, 2021

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‘Spectacular And Unexpected’ 1,500-Year-Old Visigoth Sarcophagus Unearthed In Spain

Archeologists from the University of Murcia came across the 1,500-year-old Visigoth sarcophagus at the Roman necropolis of Los Villaricos.

By Kaleena Fraga • July 20, 2021