🎧 Cannibalism
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It’s a macabre topic to discuss, but also one that has fascinated people for generations. So what has archaeology revealed about cannibalism among prehistoric societies? And if cannibalism does seem to have been practised among certain groups, then why? Appalachian State University’s Dr Marc Kissel dialled in from North Carolina to talk us through several case studies used to highlight potential cannibalism in prehistory, from Neanderthals to the Neolithic.
Marc’s Twitter: @MarcKissel
Music: Ancient Secrets - Storyblocks
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