KindheartednessIll97 t1_j9z9nqa wrote on February 25, 2023 at 5:42 PM

Reply to TIL of the less well known and earlier War in Vietnam (1945-1946), which was a military success. by VengefulMight

12th May 1945: General Tomoyuki Yamashita is fitted with a microphone, prior to his trial for war crimes commencing in Manila.Read more

KindheartednessIll97 t1_j9yq71l wrote on February 25, 2023 at 3:31 PM

Reply to When a builder found a dirty old boot under Hobart barracks, little did he know he'd stumbled upon rare treasure - Major find for early colonial history in Australia. by ArtOak

The Mummies of Venzone: A Fascinating Look at Mummification

KindheartednessIll97 t1_j9xk727 wrote on February 25, 2023 at 7:37 AM

Reply to TIL there's an "ancient druids temple" in England that was actually built 200 years ago as a solution to local unemployment by alexwasashrimp

The History of Mummification in Venzone> In the 14th century, Venzone was hit by a deadly plague that killed many of its inhabitants. To prevent the spread of the disease, the bodies of the deceased were buried in a special soil mixture that was high in calcium. This helped to dry out the corpses and preserve them, leading to a unique form of natural mummification that became more common over time. By the 16th century, mummificationwas a widespread practice in Venzone.