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77 Medieval Graves Unearthed: Insights into Denmark's Hardships

12/4/2025

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Danish archaeologists from the Moesgaard Museum announced 77 medieval graves at St. Oluf's Cemetery in Aarhus, dating to the 12th century.
The find underscores the impact of disease and hardship on early Christian life in Denmark.
Graves largely belonged to the poor, with an average life expectancy around 37 years.
Researchers note diseases such as leprosy and plague, with one grave containing three children buried together, likely from an epidemic.

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Danish archaeologists from the Moesgaard Museum announced 77 medieval graves at St. Oluf's Cemetery in Aarhus, dating to the 12th century.
The find underscores the impact of disease and hardship on early Christian life in Denmark.
Graves largely belonged to the poor, with an average life expectancy around 37 years.
Researchers note diseases such as leprosy and plague, with one grave containing three children buried together, likely from an epidemic.