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April 13

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on screen stars, garden greatness and our Founding Fathers

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of screen stars, garden greatness and our Founding Fathers.

April 13

Experts shocked by ancient King Arthur manuscript found tucked inside book: 'Survived the centuries'

Historians from the University of Cambridge recently unveiled a rare 13th-century document that depicts the stories of King Arthur and Merlin, with its preservation considered a miracle.

April 11

Dozens of ancient skeletons found in heart of bustling city: 'Hard to imagine'

In Brussels, Belgium, archaeologists recently uncovered the remnants of an ancient cemetery in a bustling area of the city. The skeletons date back to the Middle Ages.

April 11

Medieval skeletons found in heart of Brussels during archaeological excavation

Archaeologists in Brussels, Belgium, recently came across the remnants of an old cemetery located in a busy part of the city. The remains date back to the Middle Ages. (Source: @mijnmivb via Facebook)

April 9

New book reveals untold story of Gen. Wainwright, highest-ranking American POW of World War II

Learn the story of Gen. Jonathan Wainwright, who became the highest-ranking American POW during WWII, in Jonathan Horn's newest book, "The Fate of the Generals."

April 8

Beach walk by man, woman yields ancient weapon discovery bearing 'secrets' from the past

Two pedestrians on the beach found a 2,500-year-old dagger in Poland last month, and the Museum of the History of the Kamieńska Land announced the discovery on Facebook on March 30.

April 7

Archaeologists uncover hundreds of bodies under soccer field in eerie find: 'Truly a battlefield'

Archaeologists in Vienna, Austria, uncovered a significant find: a Roman mass grave from the first century A.D., located beneath a soccer field. They shared their findings publicly.

April 7

Ancient settlement reveals remains of 1,800-year-old dog, baffling experts: 'Preserved quite well'

Archaeologists have recently unearthed the remarkably well-preserved remains of a dog from ancient Rome, shedding light on the widespread practice of ritual sacrifice in antiquity.

April 6

Belgian archaeologists uncover well-preserved dog dating back to Roman times

SOLVA Archaeology Service in Belgium announced the recent discovery of ancient Roman artifacts and remains, including a well-preserved dog, in Velzeke. (Source: SOLVA Dienst Archeologie)

April 4

Excavation near site where Jesus was crucified and buried results in ancient discovery

Proof of ancient olive trees and grapevines, consistent with a Bible verse, has been found at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, an archaeologist confirms.