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14 March
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Olympic Construction Uncovers Treasures

Archaeologists have examined findings at the 500-acre site as building work continues for the 2012 Games.  Medieval pottery, a Roman coin and four prehistoric skeletons were also uncovered at the east London site.  The Museum of London is documenting the discoveries. Senior archaeologist Kieron Tyler said they revealed a “previously unknown” London.

Read the whole article at the BBC.  Found via The History Blog.  Image credit: Wessex Archaeology.

 
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