Caergwrle Dish: Bronze Age Boat & Sun Symbolism
The Caergwrle Dish, found in Wales, reveals Bronze Age maritime travel and sun symbolism. Researchers suggest it's a votive offering, linking boat imagery to ancient beliefs and safe sea journeys.
Roos Carr Figurines: Gender, Ritual, and Mystery
Roos Carr figurines, discovered in 1836, challenge gender norms and may be linked to Odin rituals. Theories range from Noah's Ark to sinister cult figures. Found under clay, suggesting ancient water offerings.
Pompeii Survivors: Vesuvius Eruption Escape & Roman Life
Many Pompeii & Herculaneum residents survived Vesuvius' eruption. Evidence suggests escape & resettlement, challenging the perception of total destruction, revealing Roman resilience & social networks.
Roman Gravestone Discovery in New Orleans: A Lost Soldier’s Tale
A couple in New Orleans unearthed a 2nd-century Roman headstone, revealing a soldier's story. Missing after WWII, how did it travel from Italy? Investigation underway for its return. Archaeology and history intertwine.
Ancient Rock Art Reveals Early Human Life in Saudi Arabia
Archaeologists discovered 12,000-year-old rock art in Saudi Arabia, challenging previous assumptions about early human habitation and revealing advanced culture and adaptation to harsh desert conditions.
Boudica: Celtic Queen, Roman Revolt, and Burial Mystery
Boudica, queen of the Iceni, led a revolt against Roman rule in Britain. Despite her defeat, she became a British heroine. Her burial location remains a mystery, sparking 19th-century speculation.
Royal Tomb Discovered at Maya City Caracol, Belize
Archaeologists discovered a royal tomb at Caracol, Belize, containing artifacts and remains of King Te K'ab Chaak, revealing connections to Teotihuacán and insights into Maya civilization.
Ancient Whale Bone Tools: Stone Age Technology & Diet
Whale bone artifacts dating back 17,500 years reveal Stone Age tool use and dietary practices. Researchers analyzed bones from multiple whale species, discovering spear points and evidence of oil extraction for nutrition.
Identifying Stone Tools: A Flintknapper’s Guide
Learn how to identify hominin stone tools by understanding flake marks, flintknapping techniques, rock context, and fracture patterns. Essential insights from a seasoned archaeologist.