UST-POLUI, SIBERIA – Archaeologists investigating Siberia’s ancient “bear cult” at an ancient ceremonial site within the … 2,000 Year-Old “Bear Cult” Left a Surprise in SiberiaRead more
Author: Elizabeth Lundin
Elizabeth Lundin is a Portland-based freelance writer and blogger who enjoys writing about history almost as much as she enjoys reading it: which is quite a lot.
Huge Cache of Legendary Metal Found in Ancient Shipwreck
SICILY ITALY – A team of Italian divers have recovered a cache of rare metal that … Huge Cache of Legendary Metal Found in Ancient ShipwreckRead more
Facts You Didn’t Know About History’s Greatest Composer
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756. He was considered one of the greatest composers of … Facts You Didn’t Know About History’s Greatest ComposerRead more
The Historical Cultivation of the Amazon Rainforest
According to botanical and archaeological record, the Amazon Rainforest as we know it today is a … The Historical Cultivation of the Amazon RainforestRead more
8 Awesome Facts About Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt was truly a fascinating place. The modern world has been captivated by it ever … 8 Awesome Facts About Ancient EgyptRead more
Modern Warfare Is Having a Devastating Effect on Ancient Monuments
Scientists are beginning to research the hidden effects modern warfare has on important World Heritage Sites … Modern Warfare Is Having a Devastating Effect on Ancient MonumentsRead more
Who Lived In Italy Before the Romans?
In most history classes, the story of Italy begins with the Romans, but the Romans weren’t … Who Lived In Italy Before the Romans?Read more
2,500 Year-Old Gold Jewelry Unearthed in England
“This must rank as one of the most exciting treasure finds I have ever dealt with … 2,500 Year-Old Gold Jewelry Unearthed in EnglandRead more
Surprise! Ancient Vikings Ate Yogurt, Peaches, Cinnamon
In one story in the Poetic Edda, we meet a young Viking who kills a dragon … Surprise! Ancient Vikings Ate Yogurt, Peaches, CinnamonRead more
These Male Plague-Victims Hold Hands in Death
LONDON, ENGLAND – this past month, archaeologists excavating a plague burial ground at the edge of … These Male Plague-Victims Hold Hands in DeathRead more