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Roman Settlement Unearthed in Gloucestershire Following Sword Discovery
A metal detectorist's discovery of two Roman cavalry swords in Gloucestershire, England, led to the excavation of a large Roman settlement dating from the 1st and 2nd centuries, potentially including a villa; Historic England may protect the site.
Roman Settlement Unearthed in Gloucestershire Following Sword Discovery
A metal detectorist's discovery of two Roman cavalry swords in Gloucestershire, England, led to the excavation of a large Roman settlement dating from the 1st and 2nd centuries, potentially including a villa; Historic England may protect the site.
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32% Bias Score
Extensive Roman Settlement Unearthed in Gloucestershire Following Sword Discovery
A metal detector's discovery of two Roman swords in the Cotswolds, England, unexpectedly led to the excavation of a large Roman settlement (1st-2nd century CE), potentially a villa with flanking wings, near Willersey, Gloucestershire; Historic England may recommend its protection as a scheduled monu...
Extensive Roman Settlement Unearthed in Gloucestershire Following Sword Discovery
A metal detector's discovery of two Roman swords in the Cotswolds, England, unexpectedly led to the excavation of a large Roman settlement (1st-2nd century CE), potentially a villa with flanking wings, near Willersey, Gloucestershire; Historic England may recommend its protection as a scheduled monu...
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24% Bias Score
Roman Britain's Collapse Linked to Severe Droughts
Exceptional droughts in southern Britain from AD 364-366 caused widespread famine and societal instability, leading to the 'barbarian conspiracy' rebellion in AD 367, which severely weakened Roman defenses and ultimately contributed to the end of Roman rule in Britain approximately 40 years later.
Roman Britain's Collapse Linked to Severe Droughts
Exceptional droughts in southern Britain from AD 364-366 caused widespread famine and societal instability, leading to the 'barbarian conspiracy' rebellion in AD 367, which severely weakened Roman defenses and ultimately contributed to the end of Roman rule in Britain approximately 40 years later.
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24% Bias Score
Massive Iron Age Hoard Unearthed in Northern England
A hoard of over 800 first-century AD artifacts, including chariot parts, horse harnesses, and ceremonial items, was discovered near Melsonby, North Yorkshire, by metal detectorist Peter Heades, prompting a major excavation funded by Historic England and revealing evidence of significant wealth and t...
Massive Iron Age Hoard Unearthed in Northern England
A hoard of over 800 first-century AD artifacts, including chariot parts, horse harnesses, and ceremonial items, was discovered near Melsonby, North Yorkshire, by metal detectorist Peter Heades, prompting a major excavation funded by Historic England and revealing evidence of significant wealth and t...
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48% Bias Score
Londinium's First Roman Basilica Unearthed in London
Archaeologists unearthed Londinium's first Roman basilica at 85 Gracechurch Street in London, revealing well-preserved walls, artifacts like roof tiles stamped "London," and offering insights into Roman governance in Britain around 80 AD.
Londinium's First Roman Basilica Unearthed in London
Archaeologists unearthed Londinium's first Roman basilica at 85 Gracechurch Street in London, revealing well-preserved walls, artifacts like roof tiles stamped "London," and offering insights into Roman governance in Britain around 80 AD.
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Largest Roman Fresco Discovered in London
In London, archaeologist Han Li reconstructed a collection of Roman wall plaster, the largest ever found, depicting birds, fruit, flowers, and lyres, and including graffiti and a partial artist's signature from a high-status building demolished before 200 AD.
Largest Roman Fresco Discovered in London
In London, archaeologist Han Li reconstructed a collection of Roman wall plaster, the largest ever found, depicting birds, fruit, flowers, and lyres, and including graffiti and a partial artist's signature from a high-status building demolished before 200 AD.
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24% Bias Score
Roman Gladiator Skeleton Shows First Evidence of Lion Attack
A Roman gladiator skeleton in York, UK, shows tooth marks on the pelvis, providing the first physical evidence of a lion attack, confirmed by forensic analysis comparing the wounds to modern lion bites, suggesting gladiatorial combat with wild animals was a common spectacle in Roman Britain.
Roman Gladiator Skeleton Shows First Evidence of Lion Attack
A Roman gladiator skeleton in York, UK, shows tooth marks on the pelvis, providing the first physical evidence of a lion attack, confirmed by forensic analysis comparing the wounds to modern lion bites, suggesting gladiatorial combat with wild animals was a common spectacle in Roman Britain.
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Massive Iron Age Hoard Unearthed in UK: Ritual Destruction Reveals Elite Power
A massive Iron Age hoard, the Melsonby Hoard, containing over 800 objects including iron chariot tires, horse harness, and ceremonial spears, was discovered in Melsonby, North Yorkshire in 2021 and announced by Durham University on Tuesday. The artifacts, many burnt or broken, suggest a ritualistic ...
Massive Iron Age Hoard Unearthed in UK: Ritual Destruction Reveals Elite Power
A massive Iron Age hoard, the Melsonby Hoard, containing over 800 objects including iron chariot tires, horse harness, and ceremonial spears, was discovered in Melsonby, North Yorkshire in 2021 and announced by Durham University on Tuesday. The artifacts, many burnt or broken, suggest a ritualistic ...
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40% Bias Score
Melsonby Treasure: Unprecedented Iron Age Discovery in England
A metal detectorist discovered the Melsonby Treasure, a collection of over 800 Iron Age artifacts including chariot parts and ritual objects, in North Yorkshire, England, in December 2021; the find sheds light on Iron Age society and trade connections with Europe.
Melsonby Treasure: Unprecedented Iron Age Discovery in England
A metal detectorist discovered the Melsonby Treasure, a collection of over 800 Iron Age artifacts including chariot parts and ritual objects, in North Yorkshire, England, in December 2021; the find sheds light on Iron Age society and trade connections with Europe.
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32% Bias Score
Roman Basilica Unearthed in London's Financial District
Archaeologists excavating in London's financial district unearthed a portion of Londinium's first Roman basilica, a significant 2,000-year-old structure dating back to around 80 AD, offering new insights into the city's Roman history and its rise as a major trading center.
Roman Basilica Unearthed in London's Financial District
Archaeologists excavating in London's financial district unearthed a portion of Londinium's first Roman basilica, a significant 2,000-year-old structure dating back to around 80 AD, offering new insights into the city's Roman history and its rise as a major trading center.
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8% Bias Score
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