Bog Bodies - The Ancients

What lurks under the surface of the dense black peat pits strewn across northern Europe? Bog bodies, naturally mummified humans, have fascinated archeologists for decades as they offer unique insights into ancient cultures. Tristan Hughes is joined by Professor Melanie Giles to examine how old these bodies are, how they're preserved and incredible examples including Tolland Man and Lindow Man. They discuss the myriad potential explanations for their deaths ranging from ritual sacrifice to accidental demise, as well as the importance of these bogs in prehistoric societies, including their resources and hazards, and their valuable role in modern ecological efforts. <a href="https://www.museumsilkeborg.dk/welcome-to-the-story-about-tollund-man" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View the Tolland Man</a> MORE<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3h431IBsszlEVcfUThij6B" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Siberian Ice Mummies<...