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Introduction The ancient Egyptian civilization has long captivated the world’s imagination, with its towering pyramids, enigmatic hieroglyphs, and the enduring legacy of its pharaohs. Among the most intriguing artifacts from this storied past are the mummies – the remarkably preserved remains of the deceased, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the lives and customs of a […]

Introduction Imagine stepping back in time, two-and-a-half millennia into the past, to witness a remarkable discovery that sheds new light on the ancient world. That is precisely what a team of dedicated archaeologists recently experienced when they unearthed a captivating relic from the distant past – a 2,500-year-old chariot, complete with its rider and horses, […]

Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs), previously referred to as UFOs, are often linked to conspiracy theories. Passionate ufologists have identified what they believe to be depictions of UFOs in various artworks throughout history. However, art historians typically offer alternative explanations for this artistic iconography. In this article, we will explore several examples of art pieces that […]

  The Warsaw Mummy Project, led by experts from the Polish Academy of Sciences, aims to research all mummies housed in museums. As part of this initiative, researchers worked to learn more about a woman believed to be in her 20s. The first-ever mummified remains of an ancient Egyptian pregnant woman have been discovered in […]

Prostitution, often regarded as the world’s oldest profession, had its place in ancient civilizations, including that of Ancient Egypt. However, understanding prostitution in Ancient Egypt requires an examination of its societal, religious, and legal aspects, which often diverge significantly from modern perceptions of sex work. Social Context and Acceptance In Ancient Egypt, sex was not […]

The largest Roman gold hoard ever discovered was the “Trier Gold Hoard.” This remarkable find, which included 2,500 gold pieces totaling 18.5 kg, was uncovered in 1993 during excavation work, approximately 1,800 years after it had been hidden. The sheer scale and historical significance of the Trier Gold Hoard make it a truly exceptional archaeological […]

In the 18th century, midwife Angélique Marguerite Le Boursier du Coudray (1712-1790) created a remarkable full-size obstetric mannequin to combat high infant mortality rates and educate young mothers about childbirth. This fantastic model consists of the lower part of a female body, a newborn doll, and various anatomical components. Crafted from leather, cotton, and canvas, […]

Recently a photo of an intact early Anglo-Saxon skeleton absolutely skewered by a modern cable or pipe, has gone viral. It’s a powerful photo emblematic of the trampling of heritage by modernity, and brutal disrespect of human remains. Except it isn’t…..Early Anglo Saxon burial (Oakington, Cambs) bisected by modern utility pipe   The viral posts […]

We often don’t realize the ancient origins of many of the common items we use every day. They’re a lot older than you might think. From the very beginning of civilization around 12,000 years ago, mankind has gone through several ages of intense creativity and invention. From farming to architecture, from entertainment to war, from […]

Archaeologists make incredible discoveries every day. Sometimes these discoveries can be scary. Archaeologists piece history together with the sites and artifacts that they uncover. Even a simple artifact like a stone tool can provide enough information on how early people lived. Sometimes, however, archaeologists make gruesome discoveries that force us to face death and the […]