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Ancient remains found in Derry bog 'likely a young woman'

  • The remains known as Ballymacombs More Woman were found in a bog near Bellaghy, believed to belong to a young woman aged 17 to 22 years, dating back to approximately 343 BCE to 1 BCE.
  • Niamh Baker from National Museums NI called the discovery 'one of the most important archaeological discoveries on the island of Ireland.'
  • Osteological assessment indicated intentional decapitation as the cause of death, possibly linked to ritual practices during the Iron Age, according to Eileen Murphy from Queen's University Belfast.
  • Experts emphasized the need for respectful treatment of the remains, noting that 'there has to be a really strong argument for displaying them.
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Irish Times broke the news in Dublin, Ireland on Thursday, February 20, 2025.
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