Latest Historical Discoveries: March 2023

The most exciting finds from the world of history and archaeology

Welcome to another edition of the Historia newsletter! Today we’ll be looking at the hottest historical and archaeological finds from March 2023.

March has seen several groundbreaking discoveries from across the world which help us better understand the past. From new megaliths to the cause of diseases among famous personalities, the last month had it all.

Without further delay, let’s dive into the most exciting finds of the previous month.

Don’t forget to vote for your favorite discovery at the end of this newsletter.

2000 ram heads found at the Temple of Pharaoh Ramses II

Ram heads found at the temple of Pharaoh Ramses II. Image source: Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.

In a remarkable discovery, archaeologists from the University of York have uncovered 2,000 ram heads at the Temple of Ramesses II in Abydos, Egypt. The temple, built during the 19th dynasty, was dedicated to Osiris and Seti I, the father of Ramses II, and is renowned for its beautiful decorations.

The team also…