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Monday, November 23, 2009

Photo: Iron Age Warrior with Roman Links Found in U.K.


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The grave of an ancient British warrior with tantalizing Roman connections has been unearthed in southern England, archaeologists announced in August 2008.

The 2,000-year-old skeleton of the tribal king or nobleman was found buried with military trappings—including a bronze helmet and a unique metal lattice (above), both of a style previously unknown in Britain.

Photograph courtesy Steve Ford of Thames Valley Archaeological Services