Archeologists Uncover Decapitated Skeletons At A Roman Cemetery

Why were the inhabitants of a #roman rural settlement buried with their heads at their feet? In this episode of Digging for Britain, we investigate a mysterious cemetery in St. Neots where archeologists have uncovered multiple decapitated skeletons. These "deviant" burials, where skulls were carefully replaced with pottery, challenge everything we know about Romano-British funeral rites. Beyond this Roman mystery, we also unearth the Harpole Treasure - the most ornate Anglo-Saxon necklace ever found - and discover forensic evidence of a forgotten battle that could rewrite the history of the English Civil War. From 2,300-year-old bark shields to the lost ruins of Sheffield Castle, witness the incredible secrets hidden beneath the British soil.

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