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The ill-fated voyage of the Batavia : Past Horizons Archaeology

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By Katy Meyers

On October 29, 1628, The Batavia left the port of Amsterdam setting sail for what is now Jakarta. The 316 people on board included men, women and children of various classes, nationalities, and a full complement of soldiers.  What happened next has become infamous – but now the archaeological evidence is finally being reported.

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Virtual Autopsy of Mummy Reveals Clues About 5500-Year-Old Murder Mystery

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Medical DailyVirtual Autopsy of Mummy Reveals Clues About 5500-Year-Old Murder MysteryMedical DailyThe ancient Egyptian mummy officially named the Gebelein Man, nicknamed Ginger by the countless visitors who have seen him over the past century...

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