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# Archeology

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# Archeology
Skeletal remains found in Swords could date back to Medieval plague
The remains were found in April but expert analysis was delayed due to Covid19 restrictions.
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Jul 21st 2020, 7:45 AM
# xipe totec
First temple discovered in Mexico of the Flayed Lord - a fertility god depicted as a skinned human corpse
Ancient accounts of rituals suggest victims were killed gladiator-style combat before being skinned.
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Jan 3rd 2019, 8:23 AM
# heritage hotspots
Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Wexford
Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.
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Aug 17th 2018, 10:30 AM
# heritage hotspots
Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Meath
Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.
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Aug 13th 2018, 7:46 AM
# heritage hotspots
Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Louth
Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as you can.
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Aug 11th 2018, 6:00 PM
# ancient ireland
Archaeological discoveries are being made by the dozen this summer - but what happens next?
The dry weather has revealed previously undiscovered site around the county.
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Aug 4th 2018, 10:00 PM
# Strike
Archaeologists dig in their heels over 'poverty wages'
Unite trade union has threatened further strike action if the Irish Archaeological Consultancy does not engage with it over pay claims.
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Jul 23rd 2018, 11:47 AM
# Fadó fadó
This new database shows you all the ancient hill forts across Ireland
The database reveals that Mayo and Cork each have more than 70 ancient hill fort sites.
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Jun 24th 2017, 10:00 AM
# montpelier hill
Five thousand years of death: The secrets uncovered at Hellfire Club site
TheJournal.ie was invited to explore the first archaeological dig into a passage tomb on Montpelier Hill. How could we resist?
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Oct 31st 2016, 8:15 AM
# Dead Sea Scrolls
Google launches Dead Sea Scrolls online library
Only five conservators worldwide are authorized to handle the Dead Sea Scrolls, but now, everyone can view them.
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Dec 20th 2012, 9:58 AM
# lusitania
Ireland to receive 'important artefacts' from Lusitania wreck
American businessman Gregg Bemis bought the remains of the vessel for £1,000 back in 1968 but has agreed to donate some items to the State after a long-standing dispute.
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Apr 27th 2012, 3:53 PM