Recent archaeological excavations in the northern territories of Britain have unveiled a series of fascinating discoveries, each casting a new light on the varied and rich tapestry of the region’s past.
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Archaeology in the southern regions of England has recently led to several remarkable discoveries, shedding light on different eras of Britain’s rich history.
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Roberts embarks on an enthralling journey into the heart of archaeology, uncovering some of the most captivating and significant findings of this year in the East of England.
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In the picturesque western reaches of Britain, a region rich with historical narratives, the eleventh series of ‘Digging for Britain,’ in its captivating third episode, unveils a plethora of archaeological marvels.
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Central England hosts an RAF airbase with Roman roots, a medieval nunnery’s ruins, a 7th-century gold pendant, and a historic pub renowned for its longstanding hospitality.
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Recent archaeological excavations in the northern regions of Britain have unearthed a series of enthralling discoveries, each adding a rich layer to our understanding of historical epochs.
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The Violence Paradox Episode 1 – Drawing from a rich tapestry of fields, including the ancient studies of archaeology, the cutting-edge advancements in contemporary laboratory research, the detailed inquiries of historical criminology, and the vast expanse of world literature, the celebrated psychologist Steven Pinker embarks on an enlightening journey. His quest is to navigate the complex maze of social and
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Digging for Britain episode 6: In Scotland and the north of England, Alice investigates an Ice Age camp, the mystery of a medieval skeleton and the earliest evidence of salt making in Britain. In this particular installment, Alice, our dedicated guide, unravels the intricate tapestry of history in two separate but equally intriguing regions: Scotland and the northern reaches of
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Digging for Britain episode 5: Travelling east, Alice discovers a Roman barn conversion, unearths a Tudor fort and finds intricately carved 10,000-year-old weapons. As Alice ventures eastward, she stumbles upon a striking architectural marvel: a barn that has undergone a Roman-inspired conversion. This age-old structure, beautifully restored, pays homage to the grandeur of ancient Rome, bringing its aesthetic into the
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Digging for Britain episode 4: This episode reveals more of the best archaeology happening in the south of Britain. Five miles east of Bristol, hidden among ancient woods are some old ruins which could provide very rare evidence of a skirmish during the medieval civil war between two contenders for the British throne, Matilda and Stephen, in a period known
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Digging for Britain episode 3: A gatehouse riddled with Civil War bullets, a unique Iron Age shield made from bark and Roman burials with pots where the heads should be. As we delve into the tenth season of the beloved and well-respected program “Digging for Britain”, we arrive at a truly captivating episode – the third out of a six-part
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Digging for Britain episode 2 2023: In this captivating episode, Professor Alice Roberts embarks on a journey to explore more archaeological sites scattered throughout the country, delving into the mysteries and discoveries that continue to illuminate British history from prehistoric times to the Roman, Saxon, and Tudor eras. On her latest adventure, she ventures to a breathtaking ancient monument that
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