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Has The Mythical Long-Lost Underwater Ancient Land Of The King With Three Crowns Been Found?
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Throughout the world, countless stories passed down by our ancestors speak of ancient kingdoms, cities, and other fascinating places that remain elusive to us today. Just because we haven’t located them yet doesn’t mean these prehistoric sites never existed. In fact, archaeologists have made significant progress and have successfully confirmed the existence of numerous mythical…
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Fragarach: Supernatural Sword That Controlled Winds, Cut Through Wood, Metal And Bricks In Irish Myths And Legends
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Legendary weapons are mentioned in countless myths and legends throughout human history. Warriors and invincible heroes used magical weapons with supernatural powers. These weapons often determined the fate of epic battles and grand quests. They were not merely tools of war; they embodied the virtues and strengths of their wielders, usually becoming extensions of their…
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Crypto-Hieroglyphs Deciphered – Previously Unknown Message Discovered On The Luxor Obelisk In Paris
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – The obelisk situated in the Place de la Concorde in Paris was brought to France from Luxor, Egypt. It was one of two obelisks gifted by the Egyptian government to France in the 19th century. However, only one made it to France due to the logistical challenges and weight constraints of that era’s technology. Luxor…
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DNA Of Ancient Yeast Holds Clues About The Journeys Of Our Ancestors
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – Yeast, a well-known ingredient for bakers and winemakers, is now being studied for its potential to trace human ancestry. Research indicates that humans began domesticating baker’s yeast as early as 7000 BCE for producing bread, beer, wine, and sake. Interestingly, wild strains of this yeast species are also found on trees. Credit: jackmac34 – Pixabay…
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What Is The Link Between Drought And The ‘Barbarian Conspiracy’ In Roman Britain?
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – The “Barbarian Conspiracy” of 367 CE posed a significant threat to Rome’s control over Britain, comparable to the Boudiccan revolt three centuries prior. Historical records reveal that parts of the garrison on Hadrian’s Wall turned against Rome, allowing the Picts to launch attacks both by land and sea. Credit: Caliga10’s – quisnovus – Image compilation…
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Great Easter Traditions Passed Down Over Centuries And Widely Practiced
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Easter is the most ancient and significant Christian celebration. It is a radiant spring festival that honors Christ’s miraculous resurrection from the dead. It is a powerful reminder of renewal and hope, inspiring us to embrace new beginnings with faith and courage. Let this sacred holiday fill your heart with joy and motivate you to…
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Archaeologists Examined Ancient Houses To Learn About History Of Inequality
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – Archaeologists have conducted a comprehensive study to understand the history of inequality by analyzing house size distributions from over 1,000 sites globally, spanning the past 10,000 years. Their findings reveal that although inequality has been a common feature throughout human history, it is neither unavoidable nor uniformly expressed across different locations and periods. This research…
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Disir: Elusive Female Guardian Spirits Of Fate And Harbingers Of Death And War
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – Some believe the Disir in Norse mythology were malicious, harmful spirits, demons of death, destruction, and war who sought terrible things for the people they watched. Others suggest that the Norse people also believed in the positive influence of the Disir (Dises) in a person’s life. These goddesses (spirits) make a separate female group in…
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Gold Treasures From The Land Of Ancient Colchian Culture In Georgia
A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com – The wealth of sophisticated, ancient goldsmithing of the Colchian Culture is enormous. The treasures of Colchis are associated with the famous myth, known in Greek mythology as the destination of the Argonauts’ expedition to Colchis in their quest for the Golden Fleece. The culture dates to the second half of the 3rd millennium BC and the first half…
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Bronze Age Scandinavians Crossed The Sea Before The Vikings – New Computer Model Reveals
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – A recent study has unveiled fascinating insights into the seafaring capabilities of people living in Bronze Age-era Denmark, suggesting they may have been able to travel directly over the open sea to Norway. As previously discussed, historically, Neolithic Scandinavians utilized skinboats for trade and long-distance travel. The Pitted Ware Culture (PWC), a hunter-gatherer society from 3500…
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