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 […]

Throughout history, the allure of enigmatic ancient discoveries is undeniable. These archaeological finds, along with their intricate details and layers of history, have fascinated humankind for centuries. Seven of these archaeological discoveries have left people astonished and sparked endless passion year after year. Shedding light on the mysteries behind these discoveries is an ongoing task, […]

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 […]

Eltz Castle is unique. It has remained unharmed by wars throughout its history. The same family has owned and cared for the castle since its construction up until the present day. Its architecture is unparalleled, and many of the original furnishings from the past eight centuries are still in place. The castle houses rustic suits […]

Colchester is the oldest town in England and recently became the first City in England (since being granted city status in 2022). This city bears a rich historical imprint and boasts a vibrant past; this historic town was once the ancient capital of Roman Britain. The Balkerne Gate, the oldest and most intact Roman gate […]

Rani Ki Vav (lit. ‘The Queen’s Stepwell’) is a stepwell located on the banks of the Saraswati River in the town of Patan in Gujarat, India. It was originally constructed in the 11th century CE to commemorate a king. This stepwell is a unique form of underground water storage and resource system on the Indian […]

The history of ancient Greek coinage can be categorized into four distinct periods: the Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic, and Roman periods. The Archaic period spanned from the introduction of coinage to the Greek world in the 7th century BC until the Persian Wars around 480 BC. Following this, the Classical period emerged and lasted until approximately […]

Archaeologists in Peru have made a poignant discovery, unearthing the mummified remains of six children believed to have been sacrificed over 1,200 years ago. The tiny skeletons, carefully wrapped in cloth, were found at the Cajamarquilla dig site, located east of Lima, Peru’s capital. These children were likely sacrificed to accompany a deceased nobleman on […]