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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