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Ancient Cannibalism Evidence Uncovered in Spanish Cave

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Source: Euronews.com
Ancient Cannibalism Evidence Uncovered in Spanish Cave
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Spanish archaeologists at Atapuerca have uncovered 5,700-year-old evidence of war cannibalism, including the remains of 11 individuals subjected to extreme exploitation, suggesting violent conflicts among Neolithic societies. The site has a long history of significant discoveries related to human evolution and prehistoric cannibalism, challenging previous notions of peaceful ancient communities.

Topics:worldscience#archaeology#atapuerca#cannibalism#prehistoric#science#war
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  1. 11 bodies found in Spanish cave reveal brutal Neolithic cannibalism  Euronews.com
  2. Stone Age family may have been cannibalized for 'ultimate elimination' 5,600 years ago, study suggests  Live Science
  3. Human Bones Reveal Evidence of One Horrifying Cannibalistic Feast  ScienceAlert
  4. 5,700-year-old cannibalism linked to Neolithic violence uncovered at El Mirador cave in Spain  Archaeology News Online Magazine
  5. Human bones found in Spanish cave show signs of ancient cannibalism  New Scientist

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