The excavation revealed a unique burial trench containing amputated limbs of soldiers, a complete skeleton, and euthanized horses, shedding light on post-battle practices.
Prof Tony Pollard described the finds at Mont-Saint-Jean as "incredibly exciting" and noted the unusual care shown in the burial of both horses and humans.
Historical evidence indicates that many battlefield skeletons were turned into fertilizer or used in sugar production, complicating their recovery and analysis.
Waterloo Uncovered's upcoming excavation aims to uncover the extent of the burial pit and provide insights into the fate of the battle's deceased.
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