Archaeological Discovery of Bronze Age Settlement in Suffolk, UK
Archaeologists in the United Kingdom uncovered an ancient Bronze Age settlement and cremation cemetery dating back 3,000 years during construction of the Europa Way road in Suffolk. The excavation revealed 18 burials, various structures, and a host of ancient artifacts, shedding light on prehistoric land use in the area.
Key Points
- 18 burials dating back to 1200 B.C. were found
- Discovery of various structures and ancient artifacts
- Significance of pottery finds and cremation cemetery
- Insights into prehistoric agricultural landscape
Pros
- Uncovering a 3,000-year-old Bronze Age settlement and cremation cemetery
- Revealing insights into prehistoric land use and agricultural practices
Cons
- Disruption caused by construction activities to the archaeological site