Archaeo - Histories
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The Buckhorn Wash Angels, found in Utah, are mysterious rock art figures believed to be 2000-4000 years old. These ghostly, elongated forms, painted in red ochre, sometimes feature wings that suggest an otherworldly presence.
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November 27, 2025 at 8:14 PM
The Buckhorn Wash Angels, found in Utah, are mysterious rock art figures believed to be 2000-4000 years old. These ghostly, elongated forms, painted in red ochre, sometimes feature wings that suggest an otherworldly presence.
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In Bath, England 🏴🇬🇧, there are lead pipes from the Roman era, specifically from the 1st to 2nd Century AD, with some of these ancient systems still in use today.
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November 27, 2025 at 8:10 PM
In Bath, England 🏴🇬🇧, there are lead pipes from the Roman era, specifically from the 1st to 2nd Century AD, with some of these ancient systems still in use today.
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Shigir Idol is covered in intricate carvings and symbols, which include geometric patterns, faces and what appear to be representations of human hands.
The carvings are arranged in a series of horizontal bands and meaning of symbols and purpose of idol remain a subject of debate among researchers.
The carvings are arranged in a series of horizontal bands and meaning of symbols and purpose of idol remain a subject of debate among researchers.
November 27, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Shigir Idol is covered in intricate carvings and symbols, which include geometric patterns, faces and what appear to be representations of human hands.
The carvings are arranged in a series of horizontal bands and meaning of symbols and purpose of idol remain a subject of debate among researchers.
The carvings are arranged in a series of horizontal bands and meaning of symbols and purpose of idol remain a subject of debate among researchers.
The 1917 LF.& G. Trench Knife was outlawed by Geneva Convention is incorrect. However, the knife was phased out after WWI because it was an ineffective stabbing weapon that was prone to breaking, and U.S. Army desired a more versatile combat knife.
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November 26, 2025 at 4:24 PM
The 1917 LF.& G. Trench Knife was outlawed by Geneva Convention is incorrect. However, the knife was phased out after WWI because it was an ineffective stabbing weapon that was prone to breaking, and U.S. Army desired a more versatile combat knife.
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A historical building facade in Cincinnati, Ohio 🇺🇸, that was revealed during renovations of the Saks Fifth Avenue store.....
The ornate stonework facade dates back to a building constructed between 1887-1891. The original facade was covered up by a plain brick wall in 1950s.
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The ornate stonework facade dates back to a building constructed between 1887-1891. The original facade was covered up by a plain brick wall in 1950s.
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November 26, 2025 at 4:22 PM
A historical building facade in Cincinnati, Ohio 🇺🇸, that was revealed during renovations of the Saks Fifth Avenue store.....
The ornate stonework facade dates back to a building constructed between 1887-1891. The original facade was covered up by a plain brick wall in 1950s.
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The ornate stonework facade dates back to a building constructed between 1887-1891. The original facade was covered up by a plain brick wall in 1950s.
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Ukrainian archaeologist Borys Mozolevsky wearing Scythian Golden Pectoral (4th Century BC) solid gold neckpiece he discovered in Tovsta Mohyla, Scythian burial mound in southern Ukraine in 1971.
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November 26, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Ukrainian archaeologist Borys Mozolevsky wearing Scythian Golden Pectoral (4th Century BC) solid gold neckpiece he discovered in Tovsta Mohyla, Scythian burial mound in southern Ukraine in 1971.
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A viral image shows comparison of the iconic house from 1990 film Home Alone, showing staircase and foyer as they appeared in the movie versus a more recent, renovated look in 2024......
© Reddit
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November 26, 2025 at 4:10 PM
A viral image shows comparison of the iconic house from 1990 film Home Alone, showing staircase and foyer as they appeared in the movie versus a more recent, renovated look in 2024......
© Reddit
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November 26, 2025 at 4:06 PM
A 3rd Century AD, mosaic with the personification of a lake wearing crab claw hairclips has been unearthed in the city of Iznik, Türkiye 🇹🇷
Archaeologist Yusuf Kahveci “We can read the name Askania beside the central figure. This was the Roman-era name of Lake Iznik".
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Archaeologist Yusuf Kahveci “We can read the name Askania beside the central figure. This was the Roman-era name of Lake Iznik".
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November 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
A 3rd Century AD, mosaic with the personification of a lake wearing crab claw hairclips has been unearthed in the city of Iznik, Türkiye 🇹🇷
Archaeologist Yusuf Kahveci “We can read the name Askania beside the central figure. This was the Roman-era name of Lake Iznik".
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Archaeologist Yusuf Kahveci “We can read the name Askania beside the central figure. This was the Roman-era name of Lake Iznik".
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Photograph from the Battle of the Somme in 1916, taken by German soldier Walter Kleinfeldt.
© Historical Photos
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© Historical Photos
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November 25, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Photograph from the Battle of the Somme in 1916, taken by German soldier Walter Kleinfeldt.
© Historical Photos
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© Historical Photos
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Ancient Egyptian 'Magic Wand' made of Hippopotamus Ivory, belonged to Middle Kingdom, late 12th - early 13th Dynasty (1850-1640 BC), from Tomb of Nakht (493), Memphite region, Egypt. Discovered in 1913-1914.
(L. 26.7 × W. 4.5 × H. 9.4 × Th. 0.6cm)
MET Museum
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(L. 26.7 × W. 4.5 × H. 9.4 × Th. 0.6cm)
MET Museum
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November 25, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Ancient Egyptian 'Magic Wand' made of Hippopotamus Ivory, belonged to Middle Kingdom, late 12th - early 13th Dynasty (1850-1640 BC), from Tomb of Nakht (493), Memphite region, Egypt. Discovered in 1913-1914.
(L. 26.7 × W. 4.5 × H. 9.4 × Th. 0.6cm)
MET Museum
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(L. 26.7 × W. 4.5 × H. 9.4 × Th. 0.6cm)
MET Museum
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Hellenic or Roman marble head of a goddess statue, defaced with a Christian cross during the Late Antique period.
The statue dates back to 2nd-1st Century BC. Defaced during late Antiquity (2nd-7th Century CE).
Archaeological Museum of Samos 🇬🇷
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The statue dates back to 2nd-1st Century BC. Defaced during late Antiquity (2nd-7th Century CE).
Archaeological Museum of Samos 🇬🇷
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November 25, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Hellenic or Roman marble head of a goddess statue, defaced with a Christian cross during the Late Antique period.
The statue dates back to 2nd-1st Century BC. Defaced during late Antiquity (2nd-7th Century CE).
Archaeological Museum of Samos 🇬🇷
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The statue dates back to 2nd-1st Century BC. Defaced during late Antiquity (2nd-7th Century CE).
Archaeological Museum of Samos 🇬🇷
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Pornographic Pompeii wall paintings reveal the raunchy services offered in ancient Roman brothels 2,000 years ago.
📷 : An erotic scene from a fresco of Pompeii (1-50 AD); Secret Museum, Naples
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📷 : An erotic scene from a fresco of Pompeii (1-50 AD); Secret Museum, Naples
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November 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Pornographic Pompeii wall paintings reveal the raunchy services offered in ancient Roman brothels 2,000 years ago.
📷 : An erotic scene from a fresco of Pompeii (1-50 AD); Secret Museum, Naples
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📷 : An erotic scene from a fresco of Pompeii (1-50 AD); Secret Museum, Naples
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Lady of Galera an alabaster ritual vessel representing an ancient goddess (probably Phoenician Astarte or Tanit) dated 700 BC. It is 18.5cm high and was found in an Iberian tomb from 500 BC at necropolis of Tútugi in Galera, Andalusia, Spain.
National Archeological Museum, Madrid
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National Archeological Museum, Madrid
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November 24, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Lady of Galera an alabaster ritual vessel representing an ancient goddess (probably Phoenician Astarte or Tanit) dated 700 BC. It is 18.5cm high and was found in an Iberian tomb from 500 BC at necropolis of Tútugi in Galera, Andalusia, Spain.
National Archeological Museum, Madrid
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National Archeological Museum, Madrid
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November 24, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Hatfield House in Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 is a Jacobean mansion built by the 1st Earl of Salisbury (Chief Minister to King James I), between 1607-1612 AD.
© Exploring GB
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© Exploring GB
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November 24, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Hatfield House in Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 is a Jacobean mansion built by the 1st Earl of Salisbury (Chief Minister to King James I), between 1607-1612 AD.
© Exploring GB
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© Exploring GB
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The historic Shapouri House in Shiraz, Iran 🇮🇷
This architectural masterpiece is from the early Pahlavi era, built between 1930-1935. It is known for its innovative blend of traditional Persian and European architectural styles.
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This architectural masterpiece is from the early Pahlavi era, built between 1930-1935. It is known for its innovative blend of traditional Persian and European architectural styles.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The historic Shapouri House in Shiraz, Iran 🇮🇷
This architectural masterpiece is from the early Pahlavi era, built between 1930-1935. It is known for its innovative blend of traditional Persian and European architectural styles.
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This architectural masterpiece is from the early Pahlavi era, built between 1930-1935. It is known for its innovative blend of traditional Persian and European architectural styles.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Henry Ford with the first Ford car of 1896 and the ten millionth Ford car T of 1924....
The photograph was taken in 1924 during a promotional tour where the ten-millionth Model T was driven from New York to San Francisco along the Lincoln Highway.
© History Pictures
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The photograph was taken in 1924 during a promotional tour where the ten-millionth Model T was driven from New York to San Francisco along the Lincoln Highway.
© History Pictures
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November 23, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Henry Ford with the first Ford car of 1896 and the ten millionth Ford car T of 1924....
The photograph was taken in 1924 during a promotional tour where the ten-millionth Model T was driven from New York to San Francisco along the Lincoln Highway.
© History Pictures
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The photograph was taken in 1924 during a promotional tour where the ten-millionth Model T was driven from New York to San Francisco along the Lincoln Highway.
© History Pictures
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The sun has officially set in Utqiaġvik, Alaska and won't rise again until January 22nd 2026...
Once sun dips below horizon in mid November, it stays below it for roughly 65 days. This period is called polar night, but it’s not pitch black whole time.
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Once sun dips below horizon in mid November, it stays below it for roughly 65 days. This period is called polar night, but it’s not pitch black whole time.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:46 PM
The sun has officially set in Utqiaġvik, Alaska and won't rise again until January 22nd 2026...
Once sun dips below horizon in mid November, it stays below it for roughly 65 days. This period is called polar night, but it’s not pitch black whole time.
#archaeohistories
Once sun dips below horizon in mid November, it stays below it for roughly 65 days. This period is called polar night, but it’s not pitch black whole time.
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A photo of the final exam for police service dogs where the dogs must remain calm in front of a cat taken in 1987...
German Shepherds are widely used in police work due to their intelligence, trainability, and strong protective instincts.
© Historical Photos
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German Shepherds are widely used in police work due to their intelligence, trainability, and strong protective instincts.
© Historical Photos
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November 23, 2025 at 3:42 PM
A photo of the final exam for police service dogs where the dogs must remain calm in front of a cat taken in 1987...
German Shepherds are widely used in police work due to their intelligence, trainability, and strong protective instincts.
© Historical Photos
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German Shepherds are widely used in police work due to their intelligence, trainability, and strong protective instincts.
© Historical Photos
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November 23, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Vespa scooters on the march, Glenelg, Australia, 1958...
It was taken during the Glenelg Pageant in Adelaide, Australia. The women are dressed in matching white tops, blue skirts, white hats, and white shoes. A British Union Jack flag is visible in the background.
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It was taken during the Glenelg Pageant in Adelaide, Australia. The women are dressed in matching white tops, blue skirts, white hats, and white shoes. A British Union Jack flag is visible in the background.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Vespa scooters on the march, Glenelg, Australia, 1958...
It was taken during the Glenelg Pageant in Adelaide, Australia. The women are dressed in matching white tops, blue skirts, white hats, and white shoes. A British Union Jack flag is visible in the background.
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It was taken during the Glenelg Pageant in Adelaide, Australia. The women are dressed in matching white tops, blue skirts, white hats, and white shoes. A British Union Jack flag is visible in the background.
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Wedding portrait of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, 1929....
Frida Kahlo was a celebrated painter known for her self-portraits exploring themes of identity and pain, while Diego Rivera was a renowned muralist.
© Historic Photographs
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Frida Kahlo was a celebrated painter known for her self-portraits exploring themes of identity and pain, while Diego Rivera was a renowned muralist.
© Historic Photographs
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November 22, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Wedding portrait of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, 1929....
Frida Kahlo was a celebrated painter known for her self-portraits exploring themes of identity and pain, while Diego Rivera was a renowned muralist.
© Historic Photographs
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Frida Kahlo was a celebrated painter known for her self-portraits exploring themes of identity and pain, while Diego Rivera was a renowned muralist.
© Historic Photographs
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Beautiful pregnant goddess figurine, created about 24,000 years ago at Kostenki - Borshevo region on the Don River, north of the Black Sea.
The Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg 🇷🇺
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The Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg 🇷🇺
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Beautiful pregnant goddess figurine, created about 24,000 years ago at Kostenki - Borshevo region on the Don River, north of the Black Sea.
The Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg 🇷🇺
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The Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg 🇷🇺
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