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OMG science
fromMail Online
3 days ago

Scientists uncover SECOND 'hidden city' beneath Egypt's Giza pyramids

The discovery of a second underground city near the Giza pyramids suggests a massive subterranean complex may exist underneath.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 week ago

Fragment of Viking plaited gold arm ring found on Isle of Man

A Manx metal detectorist discovered a Viking gold arm ring fragment, celebrating 50 years of detecting with a remarkable find.
#archaeology
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Archaeologists discover first pharaoh's tomb in Egypt in more than a century

Discovery of the tomb of Pharaoh Thutmose II is the first of its kind in over a century, significant for Egyptology.
Germany news
fromABC7 Chicago
2 months ago

A mass grave for fighters in a Roman Empire-era battle is revealed in Vienna

A mass grave of 1st-century warriors, discovered in Vienna, reveals unique evidence of early conflict between Germanic tribes and the Roman Empire.
London
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Hundreds of skeletons, medieval church found beneath university property

The excavation revealed 317 skeletons and a medieval church, surprising archaeologists during the university's construction plans.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 month ago

Medieval derelict ship found in Barcelona

A 500-year-old ship, Ciutadella I, was discovered in Barcelona, marking a significant archaeological find related to the city's maritime history.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Archaeologists discover first pharaoh's tomb in Egypt in more than a century

Discovery of the tomb of Pharaoh Thutmose II is the first of its kind in over a century, significant for Egyptology.
Germany news
fromABC7 Chicago
2 months ago

A mass grave for fighters in a Roman Empire-era battle is revealed in Vienna

A mass grave of 1st-century warriors, discovered in Vienna, reveals unique evidence of early conflict between Germanic tribes and the Roman Empire.
London
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Hundreds of skeletons, medieval church found beneath university property

The excavation revealed 317 skeletons and a medieval church, surprising archaeologists during the university's construction plans.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 month ago

Medieval derelict ship found in Barcelona

A 500-year-old ship, Ciutadella I, was discovered in Barcelona, marking a significant archaeological find related to the city's maritime history.
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#shipwreck
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

A Groundbreaking Ship That Sank in Lake Superior in 1892 Is Discovered

The wreck of the Western Reserve was discovered over 132 years after sinking during a storm on Lake Superior.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

A Groundbreaking Ship That Sank in Lake Superior in 1892 Is Discovered

The wreck of the Western Reserve was discovered over 132 years after sinking during a storm on Lake Superior.
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#magna-carta
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago
Higher education

Harvard bought a cheap copy of the Magna Carta - but it's actually a rare original from the 13th century worth at least $21 million

US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Opinion: A wealth of wisdom for a bargain price

A previously unrecognized original Magna Carta has been identified at Harvard Law School, purchased for $27.50 in 1946.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
4 weeks ago

Harvard Law School's $27.50 copy of Magna Carta is an original

A 1946 purchase of $27.50 is now recognized as one of seven known originals of King Edward I's Magna Carta from 1300.
Higher education
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Harvard bought a cheap copy of the Magna Carta - but it's actually a rare original from the 13th century worth at least $21 million

Harvard University owns an original Magna Carta manuscript mistakenly believed to be a copy, valued at nearly a million times its purchase price.
History
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Magna Carta copy' bought for $27.50 now believed to be genuine

A rare original Magna Carta, misidentified for 80 years, was uncovered and confirmed as significant historical document dating back to 1300.
History
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Harvard learned it has an authentic Magna Carta. In 1946, it paid less than $28 for it

A medieval history professor discovered an authentic 1300 Magna Carta in Harvard's archives, significantly altering its historical narrative.
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Germany news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Argentina's top court finds Nazi files of global significance' in basement

Nazi propaganda materials from 1941 discovered in Argentina's Supreme Court highlight historical connections and unresolved issues regarding the Holocaust.
#war-of-1812
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Secret passage under Capitol floorboard leads to hidden tunnel, video shows

A US representative revealed a historical secret tunnel beneath the Capitol linked to the War of 1812.
Washington DC
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Secret tunnel found below US Capitol used to 'attack' the president

A hidden staircase in the Capitol may have been used by British soldiers during the War of 1812.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Secret passage under Capitol floorboard leads to hidden tunnel, video shows

A US representative revealed a historical secret tunnel beneath the Capitol linked to the War of 1812.
Washington DC
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Secret tunnel found below US Capitol used to 'attack' the president

A hidden staircase in the Capitol may have been used by British soldiers during the War of 1812.
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Paris food
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 month ago

Unexpected Discovery Links Modern Versailles Vineyard to 18th-Century Winemaking Tradition

A historic vineyard in Versailles has been restored, reviving centuries of viticulture in the Île-de-France region.
Arts
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Newly discovered documents about legendary King Arthur hidden in unlikeliest of places for 800 years

A rare 13th-century manuscript of King Arthur and Merlin has been rediscovered, surviving centuries through unique circumstances.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Scientists Recover Underwater Camera Designed to Snap Photos of Loch Ness Monster

"While this wasn't a find we expected to make, we're happy that this piece of Nessie hunting history can be shared and perhaps at least the mystery of who left it in the loch can be solved."
OMG science
Writing
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Medieval Tales of Merlin and Arthur, Hidden for Centuries, Return to Light

A rare medieval manuscript part of the Arthurian legend was rediscovered from old property records, revealing priceless stories previously unnoticed for centuries.
Miscellaneous
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Ancient papyrus scroll is deciphered after 1,900 YEARS

A newly deciphered Roman-era papyrus reveals details of a tax fraud case, significant for understanding ancient legal systems.
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