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Archaeology’s top discoveries of 2024 include preserved brains and a lost city

Last updated: December 18, 2024 2:39 am
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Ancient history is filled with intriguing mysteries and fascinating discoveries that shed light on the lives of our ancestors. From preserved brains to lost cities, the past has a lot to teach us about human civilization. Let’s delve into some of the most intriguing insights into ancient history that have come to light this year.

One of the most surprising finds of the year is the discovery of over 4,400 ancient brains that have been preserved in various ways. These brains, found at archaeological sites, have provided researchers with valuable insights into the chemical makeup of the human brain and why they have been so well-preserved over the years.

In Argentina, the discovery of cave paintings dating back 8,200 years has revealed the oldest rock art in the Americas. These paintings, found in a cave called Cueva Huenul 1, depict geometric shapes, humans, and animals, and offer a glimpse into the cultural knowledge of ancient hunter-gatherer societies.

DNA analysis of ancient remains has revealed the impact of Yamnaya herders on the genetic history of Europe. These herders, who arrived from southwest Asia around 5,000 years ago, introduced genetic traits such as taller stature and lighter skin to northern Europeans. They also may have contributed to the vulnerability of Eastern Europeans to diseases like multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer’s.

In Egypt, the skeletons of ancient scribes buried at the Abusir pyramid complex show signs of arthritis and other damage from years of hunching over scrolls. This discovery sheds light on the occupational hazards faced by ancient scribes in their daily work.

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The mystery of Stonehenge’s Altar Stone has been solved, with researchers determining that it likely came from Scotland, rather than Wales as previously believed. The mineral makeup of the stone closely matches that of the Orcadian Basin in Scotland, revealing new insights into the origins of this ancient monument.

A study of Pompeii has revealed that the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79 triggered deadly earthquakes in addition to the lethal gas, ash, and rock that engulfed the city. The study of collapsed buildings and crushed skeletons has provided new insights into the catastrophic events that led to the destruction of Pompeii.

In a Maya burial chamber on the Yucatán Peninsula, DNA analysis has revealed that all the sacrificed individuals were young boys, not women as previously believed. These boys, sacrificed between A.D. 500 and 900, may have been offerings to a rain god, challenging previous theories about Maya sacrificial practices.

Laser scans have unveiled the earliest and largest known urban complex in the Amazon, located in Ecuador’s Upano Valley. The city, inhabited from roughly 500 B.C. to A.D. 1500, reveals the sophistication of ancient Amazonian civilizations long before European conquest.

In Spain, a researcher identified part of the lost Tartessos civilization’s alphabet in a photo of an engraved slate. This discovery sheds light on the writing system of this ancient civilization and its connections to the Phoenician alphabet.

An analysis of human remains from a cave in Morocco has challenged the traditional idea that plant-based diets lead to the development of agriculture. The Iberomaurusians, a group of Stone Age hunter-gatherers, ate a mostly vegetarian diet without ever domesticating plants, revealing new insights into early human diets.

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Finally, new research suggests that the early Polynesian settlers of Rapa Nui, or Easter Island, did not undergo a population boom that led to the collapse of their civilization. Ground surveys and satellite data indicate that the population remained steady at less than 4,000 individuals until European contact.

These discoveries and insights into ancient history offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives of our ancestors and the civilizations that came before us. By studying and understanding the past, we can gain a greater appreciation for the complexities of human history and the lessons it has to teach us.

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