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Early Bronze Age battle site found on German river bank


"Fractured human remains found on a German river bank could provide the first compelling evidence of a major Bronze Age battle.

Archaeological excavations of the Tollense Valley in northern Germany unearthed fractured skulls, wooden clubs and horse remains dating from around 1200 BC.

The injuries to the skulls suggest face-to-face combat in a battle perhaps fought between warring tribes, say the researchers."

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http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-13469861
Chris Collyer Posted by Chris Collyer
22nd May 2011ce

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