Blast from the Past: 4,500-Year-Old Remains Found in Sewer Project

28th March, 2024

CHIRANJIT MITRA

Construction workers stumbled upon history – a skeleton from a forgotten era.

This surprising discovery occurred during the expansion of a prison sewer in the UK.

The remains were unearthed near a known prehistoric burial mound in Full Sutton, East Yorkshire.

Archaeologists believe the skeleton is approximately 4,500 years old, dating to the Bronze Age.

The individual was buried in a protective crouched position, a common ritual.

Local acidic soil usually destroys bones, making this find surprisingly well-preserved.

Will this skeleton reveal clues about diets, diseases, or the daily lives of Bronze Age people?

This chance discovery reminds us of the hidden histories waiting beneath our feet.