A new study published in the journal Antiquity reveals grim discoveries at the Charterhouse Warren site in southwest England. The area, known for its skeletal remains unearthed in a 50-foot shaft since 1970, has been reexamined, leading researchers to uncover the bones of at least 37 individuals, likely victims of a mass slaughter and subsequent cannibalism. The skeletal remains showed marks of blunt force trauma, slicing cuts, and other signs of butchery, suggesting that the bodies were consumed in a ritualistic manner.
A Disturbing Revelation from a Bronze Age Site: Evidence of Cannibalism Found
A Disturbing Revelation from a Bronze Age Site: Evidence of Cannibalism Found
Recent findings from an archaeological dig in England reveal gruesome details as researchers discover evidence indicating that at least 37 individuals from the Bronze Age may have been not only killed but also consumed by their assailants.
The site, initially found by cave explorers, has remained little prominent in archaeological circles until recently. Professor Rick Schulting, who led the recent study, expressed surprise at the findings, stating that the evidence of ritual cannibalism was “completely unexpected” for this historical period in Britain. The discoveries reveal a new perspective on human behavior during the Bronze Age, as these gruesome acts challenge established views on societal norms and practices of the time. Further excavations and studies may provide additional insights into this dark chapter of prehistory.
