Bronze Age
Archaeologists uncover evidence supporting reality of Trojan War
Burned ruins, broken weapons, and hastily buried human remains confirm signs of a sudden, violent attack, challenging the notion of a slow decline.
White-dot Cypriot-style jug unearthed near Gibeon
Roadworks uncover 3,000-year-old Bronze-Age hamlet on England’s Europa Way
New study reveals Cornish tin fueled Bronze Age Mediterranean civilizations
Archaeologists discover over 900 Bronze Age metal artifacts on Somló Hill, Hungary
The discoveries suggest the hill was not only a site of ritual but also a seat of power for the elite of the time.
Rare Bronze Age cymbals discovered in Oman
The find reveals shared musical traditions that connected cultures and supported trade across the Arabian Gulf.
Ancient Scandinavians may have sailed 100 km between Denmark, Norway
Study finds that regular open sea crossings of the Skagerrak began by 2300 BC using Bronze Age boats.
Ancient 'Hunger Games'? Brutal youth sacrifice rituals found in Bronze Age Turkey
"A group of teenagers who were gathered—either forcibly or voluntarily—to perform extreme rituals."
How Tel Rehov shaped early Israel’s political landscape
Material culture and storage jars link the city to the Omride Kingdom.
Silver Hoard at Megiddo linked to Thutmose III’s campaign
Lead isotope analysis suggests Egyptian siege may explain earliest silver hoard.
What happened to the teeth of Bronze Age villagers at Nahal Refaim?
Tooth wear and childhood stress peaked in Middle Bronze I, eased with prosperity in Middle Bronze II.
LiDAR technology reveals 5,000-year-old fortress hidden in Romanian forest
The fortress features extensive defensive structures, including large ditches and earthen mounds, revealing significant human effort and strategic importance.
Study reveals Bronze and Iron Age origins of skeletons in River Thames
"Violence is a particularly common theme for later prehistoric human remains from watery places," said the head researcher.
Archaeologists uncover vast Bronze Age fortress Dmanisi Gora in Georgia
Drone surveys revealed the fortress is over 40 times larger than previously thought, spanning more than 50 hectares.
Peebles hoard unearthed after 3,000 years finds home at National Museums Scotland
The acquisition was announced four years after metal detectorist Mariusz Stepien uncovered the hoard in a field.
