Dozens of decapitated remains were discovered in an ancient cemetery

It is known that the archaeological team found the remains during an excavation at Fleet Marston, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England, to serve the HS2 highway project. Of the skeletons found here, 10% were beheaded.

The group of experts believes that beheading was a burial ritual in the late Roman period. But there is also a theory that these bodies are “criminals or a part of people who were outcasts from society”.

In the near future, the archaeological team will conduct research on the excavated remains, thereby providing an opportunity to learn about the historical lifestyle, diet and beliefs of Roman civilization.

Ms. Helen Wass, head of the heritage department of the HS2 high-speed rail project, said: “The excavated remains will be handled carefully and respectfully. Besides, new discoveries will be share information with the community”.

In addition, the archaeological team also discovered more than 1,200 coins and several lead weights. This shows that this was likely a trading area. Experts also found household items such as brooches, pins, spoons… Other objects such as dice and gaming bells were also found, showing that gambling and religious activities also played a role. certain role for the people in this area in the past.

It is known that the excavation process has been going on for more than a year. Mr. Richard Brown, COPA’s senior project manager, said that the excavation plays an important role in understanding the characteristics of this Roman town as well as research on its residents.

“The ancient cemetery at Fleet Marston allows experts to have a more detailed view of the inhabitants, as well as a panoramic view of Roman Britain,” said Mr. Richard.

Fleet Marston is one of more than 100 archaeological sites excavated since 2018 when the HS2 high-speed rail line running from London to Birmingham was launched. Through excavations, archaeologists discovered more information about life in Britain under the Romans nearly 2,000 years ago.

Before that, Britain was ruled by the Romans from 43 to 410.