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Ancient Tools: Neanderthals’ Spears and Early Humans’ Ingenuity

6/4/2025

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A groundbreaking discovery in Russia has unveiled a 70,000-80,000-year-old bone spear crafted by Neanderthals, reshaping our understanding of their tool-making prowess. Simultaneously, research shows early humans ingeniously utilized whale bones as tools 20,000 years ago, showcasing their remarkable resourcefulness and adaptability in harnessing marine resources. Together, these findings illuminate the sophisticated skills of our prehistoric ancestors.

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A groundbreaking discovery in Russia has unveiled a 70,000-80,000-year-old bone spear crafted by Neanderthals, reshaping our understanding of their tool-making prowess. Simultaneously, research shows early humans ingeniously utilized whale bones as tools 20,000 years ago, showcasing their remarkable resourcefulness and adaptability in harnessing marine resources. Together, these findings illuminate the sophisticated skills of our prehistoric ancestors.