Battle-Tested: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Mycenaean Dendra Armor
The Mycenaeans, known for their architectural prowess and legendary roles in ancient epics, have captivated scholars with their technological achievements. Among these, the Dendra armor, discovered near…
Symbolic Discovery: The Deva Statue Head at Angkor Thom’s Victory Gate
Angkor Thom, the majestic city founded by King Jayavarman VII in the late 12th century, stands as a testament to the Khmer Empire’s architectural prowess and cultural…
4,700 WWII Explosives and Artifacts Unearthed During Westerplatte Peninsula Mine Clearance
A comprehensive mine clearance operation on the Westerplatte Peninsula has unearthed over 4,700 dangerous objects from World War II, along with nearly 3,800 historical artifacts spanning several…
A 200-Year-Old Mystery Solved: The Journey of Caligula’s Bronze Bust
A long-lost bronze bust of the Roman Emperor Caligula, which vanished nearly two centuries ago, has been rediscovered and will once again be displayed at Strawberry Hill…
2,000-Year-Old Roman Sandal Reveals Secrets of Soldiers’ Lives
In a remarkable find, archaeologists have unearthed a 2,000-year-old Roman military sandal in Oberstimm, Bavaria. This discovery, made near an ancient military fort, sheds light on the…
Unveiling Renaissance Treasures: Cherubs by Benedetto da Maiano Found at Visegrád Castle
A remarkable discovery has recently been made at Visegrád Castle in Hungary: a pair of cherub sculptures attributed to the renowned Renaissance master Benedetto da Maiano. This…
Ancient Manuscript Sheds Light on Jesus’ Childhood: A Groundbreaking Find
In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have identified the earliest surviving copy of the Infancy Gospel of Thomas (IGT), an ancient manuscript fragment that details episodes from the…
William the Hippo: An Ancient Egyptian Masterpiece with Modern Appeal
The ancient Egyptians created a fascinating array of artifacts that continue to captivate modern audiences. Among these is a small statuette of a hippopotamus, affectionately named “William.”…
Unveiling Ancient Egypt: 3D Imaging Reveals Secrets of a Crocodile Mummy
Recent advancements in 3D imaging technology have unlocked the mysteries surrounding a 2.2-meter-long crocodile mummified during ancient Egyptian times. Researchers from The University of Manchester, in collaboration…
Head-Binding Practices Among Viking Age Women: A Window into Far-reaching Trade Contacts
The discovery of cone-shaped skulls among Viking Age women buried on Gotland, an island in the Baltic Sea, has intrigued archaeologists, shedding new light on ancient cultural…