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The ship-grave of an Anglo-Saxon king found at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk

The ship-grave of an Anglo-Saxon king found at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk


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The ship-grave of an Anglo-Saxon king found at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk

The ship-grave of an Anglo-Saxon king found at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk. The traces of the ribs of the boat left in the earth can be clearly seen. Date: 1939

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1. Title: Unveiling the Past: The Discovery of an Anglo-Saxon Royal Ship-Grave at Sutton Hoo, Suffolk (1939) 2.. This evocative image captures the moment of discovery during the excavation of an Anglo-Saxon ship-grave at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk, England, in 1939. The remains of the boat's ribs are clearly visible, lying in the earth, a testament to the remarkable preservation of this ancient vessel. Dating back to the late 7th century AD, this ship-grave is believed to have held the remains of an Anglo-Saxon king or high-ranking noble. The site, which includes a ship, a mound, and various artifacts, is considered one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in Britain. The excavation, led by archaeologist Basil Brown, began in 1938 and continued into the early 1940s. The 73-meter-long ship, which was covered in a mound of earth and sand, was found remarkably well-preserved due to the anaerobic conditions in the waterlogged soil. The Anglo-Saxon period, which spanned from the 5th to the 11th centuries AD, is marked by the migration of Germanic tribes to the British Isles and the formation of several powerful kingdoms. The Sutton Hoo ship-grave provides valuable insights into the culture, craftsmanship, and wealth of the Anglo-Saxon society during this time. This photograph, taken in 1939, offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the awe and wonder felt by the archaeologists as they unearthed this remarkable find. The ship-grave and its treasures are now on display at the British Museum in London, allowing us to continue learning from the rich history of the Anglo-Saxon era.

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