Britain's Pompeii: The Perfectly Preserved Bronze Age Village

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These shocking new archaeological finds shed light on ancient and early medieval England, including a Bronze Age village at Must Farm, early Christian burials in Norfolk, and a key battle site of the Wars of the Roses. 00:00 Introduction 02:43 Britain's Pompeii At Must Farm in Cambridgeshire, archaeologists discovered an exceptionally preserved 3,000-year-old village, including roundhouses and artefacts like Britain's oldest wheel and prehistoric food remains, providing new insights into Bronze Age life. 14:44 Wars Of The Roses: The Battle Of Barnet Archaeologists find the first physical evidence of the Battle of Barnet, one of the most decisive battles of the Wars Of The Roses. 22:25 The Dark Age Tree Coffins Excavations in Norfolk revealed unusual burial practices from early Christians, including hollowed-out tree trunk coffins, blending pagan and Christian rituals, and indicating the role of women in the spread of Christianity. 29:59 The Anglo-Saxon "Bed Burial" An excavation in North Oxfordshire unexpectedly reveals a massive 7th-century burial ground belonging to the Anglo-Saxon aristocracy. At the last moment, they discover something incredibly rare - an Anglo-Saxon bed burial. 39:44 Shakespeare's Lost Theatre In East London, the remains of the Curtain Theatre, where some of Shakespeare's most famous plays premiered, were unearthed, offering a glimpse into the theatrical world of the 16th century. 48:39 The Viking Hoard A Viking hoard is discovered in southern England, shedding light on historical battles and alliances in Britain. Welcome to Chronicle; your home for all things medieval history! With documentaries covering everything from the collapse of the Roman Empire to the beginnings of the Renaissance, from Hastings to Charlemagne, we'll be exploring everything the Middle Ages have to offer. Subscribe now so you don't miss out! This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. To get in touch please email [email protected]. Discover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more. Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u