Oldest known mummies found in Southeast Asia
The world's oldest known mummies date back to 12,000 years ago in Southeast Asia, revealing a widespread and ancient practice of deliberate mummification.
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Bear Skull Reveals Roman Gladiator Fights
Roman gladiator bear skull shows cage marks and fractures.
Ancient skeleton reveals first act of violence in Southeast Asia.
A 12,000-year-old skeleton shows humanity's first known act of violence in Southeast Asia, revealing a painful death from infection.
Ancient pit reveals 6,000-year-old war trophies and public torture spectacles.
6,000-year-old pits in France reveal severed arms and brutalized skeletons, suggesting public torture spectacles to celebrate victories.
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Medieval document reveals early skepticism about Shroud of Turin's authenticity.
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