Celtic Prince's Chariot Grave Discovered in Germany, But the Prince's Remains Are Missing
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Tim Newcomb
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Archaeologists conducting a routine survey ahead of a solar park construction in Bad Camberg, Germany, discovered a 2,500-year-old Celtic princely tomb from the fifth century B.C.E. The grave contained a chariot and elite artifacts, confirming the site was a significant Celtic activity center. However, the prince's remains are missing, adding a mysterious element to one of the most impressive Iron Age discoveries in the region.
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· 2 pulledEven after the geophysical survey of the planned development area, we speculated about the possible presence of an elite Celtic grave.
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