Imagine a quiet Cheshire field, undisturbed for centuries, hiding secrets beneath its surface. In the early 1960s, a local farmer stumbled upon a strange discovery — a human jawbone nestled among his crops.
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In the summer of 1998, something extraordinary was unearthed in the peaceful barley fields of Orkney.
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In the fourth episode of “Meet the Ancestors,” archaeologist Julian Richards takes us on a captivating journey into the heart of Malmesbury Abbey.
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Bettany Hughes embarks on a fascinating journey, delving into the legendary tale of Jason and the Argonauts and uncovering the captivating story of Tamar, the queen who rose to become a king.
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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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