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New Rule for Flight Feathers Could Reveal Which Dinosaurs Could Fly

Ancient-Origins.net - Mon, 02/26/2024 - 08:45

Birds can fly— at least, most of them can. Flightless birds like penguins and ostriches have evolved lifestyles that don’t require flight. However, there’s a lot that scientists don’t know about how

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Craniums and Controversies of the Chachapoya Cloud Warriors

Ancient-Origins.net - Sun, 02/25/2024 - 17:04

Over a thousand years ago, in the mists of the cloud forests of northern Peru, near the source of the mighty Amazon River, the Chachapoya Cloud Warriors reigned supreme.

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The Two People We're All Related To (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Sun, 02/25/2024 - 12:22

Embedded within each individual lies the potential to unlock the profound saga of their ancient lineage.

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Aquatic Reptile From 240 Million Years Ago Resembling the ‘Chinese Dragon’ Uncovered

Ancient-Origins.net - Sun, 02/25/2024 - 11:50

In the ‘Year of the Dragon’, a poetically perfect discovery has been made as the complete fossil of an aquatic creature that resembles the mythical ‘Chinese Dragon’ has been uncovered!

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4,000-year-old Copper Dagger Found in Polish Forest

Ancient-Origins.net - Sun, 02/25/2024 - 08:52

A copper dagger from over 4,000 years ago was found in near perfect condition in the forests of Jarosław, Poland

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Admiral Nelson's Defiance Inspired the Saying “To Turn a Blind Eye”

Ancient-Origins.net - Sat, 02/24/2024 - 16:45

​The expression “turning a blind eye” denotes the deliberate choice to ignore or overlook something, especially wrongdoing or undesirable information.

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Is Interbreeding Why Neanderthals and Denisovans Vanished? (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Sat, 02/24/2024 - 15:02

A groundbreaking scientific discovery sheds light on the disappearance of Neanderthals and Denisovans, ancient human populations that once roamed Eurasia.

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Emperor Caracalla: Was He as Bad as Everyone Says?

Ancient-Origins.net - Sat, 02/24/2024 - 11:57

History remembers Caracalla, who reigned over Rome from 198 to 217 AD as one of the empire’s most despotic rulers. He started his reign by killing his brother and massacring his followers before waging multiple bloody campaigns (usually with little to no justification).

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Remains of Medieval Soldier Uncovered at Bottom of Lithuanian Lake

Ancient-Origins.net - Sat, 02/24/2024 - 08:52

In the depths of Lithuania's Lake Asveja, divers and archaeologists uncovered the remains of a medieval soldier, a discovery of profound historical significance.

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The Rise and Fall of the Habsburg Empire (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Fri, 02/23/2024 - 18:00

The Habsburg Empire, a dynasty spanning nearly 600 years, wielded vast influence over central and Eastern Europe. 

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Anglo-Saxon Pennies Auctioned For A Whopping $400,000

Ancient-Origins.net - Fri, 02/23/2024 - 17:00

At a recent auction held at Noonans Mayfair in London, a hoard of 122 Anglo-Saxon pennies, discovered near Braintree in Essex by two metal detectorists in 2019, fetched a whopping £325,560, or just over $400,000!

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Who Were the Three Musketeers Based On? (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Fri, 02/23/2024 - 13:41

The Three Musketeers, immortalized in Alexandre Dumas' classic, are deeply rooted in the tumultuous political landscape of 17th-century France.

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The Gravity-Defying Bara Imambara was Built to Create Jobs During a Famine

Ancient-Origins.net - Fri, 02/23/2024 - 11:53

The Bara Imambara, or “Great” Imambara of Lucknow in northern India, stands a testament to human ingenuity and compassion. Built during a devastating famine in the 18th century

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Tragic Coriolanus, Roman Warrior Or Traitor

Ancient-Origins.net - Fri, 02/23/2024 - 10:07

William Shakespeare’s Roman play Antony and Cleopatra impresses upon the audience a vast universe which includes Rome, Alexandria, and Athens. 

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Gold Ring Hints At Unknown Royalty and an Alliance with the Kingdom of France

Ancient-Origins.net - Fri, 02/23/2024 - 08:53

A metal detecting enthusiast has found a rare gold ring, which may reveal a new, unknown princely family in Denmark, which had close connections to the European great power of the time.

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Prehistoric Catalonia Burial Cave Reveals Over 7,000 Human Remains

Ancient-Origins.net - Thu, 02/22/2024 - 18:51

Archaeologists in Catalonia, northeastern Spain, have unearthed human and animal remains and ornamental objects spanning from the Neolithic to the Bronze Age. 

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Adhesive Grips on Neanderthal Tools Reveals Species’ Advanced Creativity

Ancient-Origins.net - Thu, 02/22/2024 - 16:47

A team of researchers from Germany and the United States recently published a study that suggests Neanderthals might have had far more creative intelligence than previously believed.

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More Than Toys: The Five Oldest Dolls in History (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Thu, 02/22/2024 - 15:10

Dolls are more than just toys, they can be artifacts of ancient civilizations, offering profound insights into the lives and beliefs of bygone eras. Among the oldest are Roman dolls

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The 8 Worst Roman Emperors and Their Dastardly Deeds

Ancient-Origins.net - Thu, 02/22/2024 - 11:59

The history of the Roman Empire is filled with tales of grandeur, conquests, and the rise and fall of mighty rulers. From a small city-state, it rose in power

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Ancient Red Lipstick Found in 4,000-Year-Old Vial Unearthed in Iran

Ancient-Origins.net - Thu, 02/22/2024 - 08:45

Archaeologists studying a unique artifact obtained from an ancient cemetery in Iran have identified it as a small cosmetics vial made from chlorite.

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