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Nearly 7,000 Years Ago, Dortmund Airport’s Area Was Inhabited By Early Farming Society For Centuries
Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – For more than a year, archaeologists have been conducting excavations at a multi-hectare site in Holzwickede, which is planned to become part of the Eco Port Süd business park near Dortmund Airport. Aerial photograph of the excavation site, looking north. The B1 highway and Dortmund Airport are visible at the top. The post-and-beam layouts of the…
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Why Did First Printed Books Scare Ancient Scholars In Europe?
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Johann Gutenberg’s groundbreaking invention of the printing press significantly altered European history. The introduction of printed books generated widespread enthusiasm, making thousands of titles accessible and allowing more individuals to own what were once rare and expensive items. However, this progress was not without its detractors; some viewed the mass distribution of printed books with…
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Mysterious Disappearance Of King Aegeus Of Athens After His Wedding
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Once, a young and brave king, Aegeus, lived in the small town of Athens. At that time, the city was not as prominent or famous as later myths, legends, and historical records would describe it. A strong fleet was needed to protect small cities against the dangers posed by pirates. Athens had no fleet to…
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Intriguing Connection Between Valkyries And Celtic Witches Revealed
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – In Norse mythology, Valkyries are depicted as the choosers of the slain, playing a crucial role in determining the fate of warriors on the battlefield. These remarkable female figures, equipped with helmets and spears, rode on horseback across battlefields to select those who would perish. Half of these fallen warriors were taken by Valkyries to…
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Zombie-Like Creature In Sami People’s Beliefs: A Frightening, Dangerous Entity That Should Be Avoided At All Costs
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Why do the superstitions surrounding this zombie seem to be much older than the creature itself? The legendary and bizarre creature with cannibalistic and vampiric traits continues to ignite the imagination of people today. Its persistent presence in many stories reminds us that the power of belief and creativity knows no bounds. The origin of…
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Lost Ancient Coptic City Discovered In The Kharga Oasis In Egypt’s Western Desert
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – Archaeologists working in the Kharga Oasis, located in Egypt’s Western Desert, have made a significant discovery by unearthing an ancient lost Coptic city. This excavation was conducted by the Egyptian mission from the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA), which reported the discovery of numerous historical treasures, including residential buildings, churches, and cemeteries. A particularly notable discovery…
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Ilmarinen – Divine Blacksmith And Trusted Friend Of Wizard Vainamoinen In Kalevala
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Ancient myths and legends of the Finnish people can be found in the national epic, the ’Kalevala,’ which contains 50 beautifully entwined poems originating from traditional Finnish and Karelian oral folklore. This masterpiece of literature was compiled by Elias Lönnrot, a Finnish physician, philologist, and collector of traditional Finnish oral poetry (1802–1884). In the Kalevala,…
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DNA Study Of 5,000 Years Of The South Caucasus’ Population: Genetic Ancestry, Mobility And Intentionally Deformed Skulls
Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – An international research team comprising experts from Germany, Georgia, Armenia, and Norway analyzed ancient DNA from 230 individuals across 50 archaeological sites in Georgia and Armenia. This study reconstructs the genetic interactions among populations in the South Caucasus over time, offering insights into individual mobility within these regions and migrations that served cultural exchange, technological advancements,…
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Unusual Tiny Ancient Dwellings Captivate Archaeologists – Village Of Ancient Dwarves Or Something Else?
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – In a little-known corner of the world, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of modern life, archaeologists have stumbled upon a truly remarkable discovery: numerous tiny ancient dwellings painstakingly constructed over an extensive period. These structures, though diminutive in size, have sparked immense curiosity and debate among scholars and locals alike. Some researchers suggest…
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Papua New Guineans, Their Genetic Origin And Common Ancestry – AI Study
Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – Papua New Guineans are living proof of how isolation, ancient mixing, and survival in remote islands can preserve a unique piece of our shared human story. A team of European researchers has shed new light on the genetic origin of Papua New Guineans. Image credits: JulesR – Pixabay /Over50TravelAndLifes – Pixabay/ Joostjk – Pixabay The team…
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