Anglo-Saxon monasteries were more resistant than previously thought for Viking occupations
Elif Duluk
Archaeologists have discovered that Anglo-Saxon monasteries were more resistant to Viking invasions than previously believed.
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Ancient Roman resort with swimming pool in France
Dilek Yazıcı
Along a river in France, it turns out that an elaborate complex once stood. An ancient Roman resort with a waterfall-fed swimming pool.
Both runic and alphabetic inscriptions from the Middle Ages are being analyzed
The Roman alphabet and runes coexisted in the Middle Ages. The idea that runes are more of an oral and less of a taught kind of written language is contested by a recent discovery.
Oldest use of milk in prehistoric Europe dated
Milk was consumed by Central European farmers in the early Neolithic period around 7,400 years ago. This improved people’s ability to feed on milk and laid the foundations for the early dairy industry.
A 2000 year old party hall belonging to a Roman Knight discovered in Italy
Archaeologists have excavated a hall in Posillipo, Italy, where Emperors, knights and other dignitaries used to party. The hall once belonged to a Roman Knight and then passed to Emperor Augustus.
Medieval gatehouse in England provides new insights into the English Civil War
Ahmet Mengüç
A medieval gatehouse dating from the 13th century has been discovered by archaeologists in central England.
Archaeologists believe Vikings brought horses and dogs to Britain
Archaeologists have discovered proof that the Vikings carried their dogs and horses with them when they arrived in Britain.
Tomb of Hun warrior and his horse unearthed in Romania
When workers on a new highway in Romania realized they were excavating the burial walls of a Hun warrior, they called in archaeologists.
Ancient Roman city discovered by Egyptian archaeologists in Luxor
Archaeologists excavating in the historic city of Luxor have discovered a residential city going back to Roman administration in Egypt
Mexican indigenous peoples’ 800 year old tombs are decorated with colorful murals
The faded battling figures, colorful murals were discovered by archaeologists digging a tomb complex in San Pedro Nexicho. San Pedro Nexicho is located in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, approximately 305 miles southeast of Mexico City.
