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Horrible History: Carving Defaced by King Tut’s Possible Father Found

Posted on July 26, 2014 by excavatingthepast

A newly discovered Egyptian carving, which dates back more than 3,300 years, bears the scars of a religious revolution that upended the ancient civilization. The panel, carved in Nubian Sandstone, was found recently in a tomb at the site of … Continue reading →

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Horrible History: ‘ End of the World’ Epidemic

Posted on June 16, 2014 by excavatingthepast

Remains of ‘End of the World’ Epidemic Found in Ancient Egypt By Owen Jarus, Live Science Contributor   |   June 16, 2014 07:42am ET Here, a bonfire where many of the victims of an ancient epidemic in the ancient city of … Continue reading →

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Adena People:The Moundbuilders of Kentucky

Posted on June 6, 2014 by excavatingthepast

http://www.archaeologychannel.org/video-main-menu/video-guide-main/video-guide-summary/72-the-adena-people-moundbuilders-of-kentucky Many continents boast of architectural features created by massive, rich societies. The Great Pyramids of Giza in Africa, Stonehenge in Europe, and the Hanging Gardens in the Middle East are some of the most renowned and written about feats … Continue reading →

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