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Bronze Age Women's Skeletons Discovered at Ramsgate Site

1/22/2025

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In a remarkable find at a Ramsgate construction site, archaeologists unearthed the skeletons of two Bronze Age women, one of whom was discovered in a unique crouch-burial position, aged 30-35. Alongside the remains, animal bones and pottery were found, hinting at the area's rich history, including a Roman road. The remains will be preserved for further exploration by Kent County Council.

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In a remarkable find at a Ramsgate construction site, archaeologists unearthed the skeletons of two Bronze Age women, one of whom was discovered in a unique crouch-burial position, aged 30-35. Alongside the remains, animal bones and pottery were found, hinting at the area's rich history, including a Roman road. The remains will be preserved for further exploration by Kent County Council.