Author Archives: Myn

Introduction In the annals of ancient Egyptian history, few figures have captured the imagination of scholars and the public alike as powerfully as the bearded mummy known as “Ossipumphnoferu.” This remarkably well-preserved specimen, dating back to the period immediately before 1500 BC, has long been the subject of intense fascination and scholarly investigation. As we […]

Introduction Nestled within the vast collection of the National Museum of Natural History, one of the Smithsonian’s renowned institutions in Washington, D.C., lies a captivating and enigmatic display – four mummified baby crocodiles from the Ptolemaic or Roman era of ancient Egypt, spanning the period from 332 BC to 250 AD. These diminutive yet intriguing […]

Introduction In a remarkable turn of events, a severe drought in Iraq has led to an astonishing archaeological discovery that has captivated the attention of scholars and the public alike. As the water levels of the Mosul reservoir receded, a 3,400-year-old city from the Mittani Empire emerged from the depths of the Tigris River, revealing […]

Introduction The story of Ernest Shackleton’s ill-fated Antarctic expedition aboard the HMS Endurance is the stuff of legend. In 1914, Shackleton set out to make the first land crossing of the Antarctic continent, a journey that was doomed from the start. When the Endurance became trapped and eventually crushed by pack ice, Shackleton and his […]

Introduction: A Renaissance Masterpiece Overlooked In the heart of Florence’s iconic Piazza della Signoria, a towering bronze sculpture commands attention, yet often finds itself in the shadow of Michelangelo’s renowned David. This magnificent work of art is Benvenuto Cellini’s Perseus with the Head of Medusa, a 16th-century masterpiece that tells a captivating story of heroism, […]

Introduction In the rugged, snow-capped peaks of Jämtland, central Sweden, an ordinary hiking trip took an extraordinary turn for one adventurous explorer. Eskil Nyström, an avid mountain enthusiast, was setting up his tent for the night when he stumbled upon a mysterious object protruding from the ground. Little did he know, this chance discovery would […]

Introduction In a remarkable archaeological discovery, researchers working in the Valley of the Kings near Luxor, Egypt, have unearthed a truly stunning treasure from within the tomb of the young Pharaoh Tutankhamun. Amidst the countless gilded artifacts, breathtaking funerary masks, and priceless grave goods that have captivated the world since the tomb’s initial excavation in […]

The Extraordinary Discovery at Cajamarquilla In a remarkable archaeological find, researchers from California State University San Marcos have uncovered an enigmatic and captivating mummy at the Cajamarquilla site in Peru. Located just 16 miles from the bustling capital city of Lima, this underground tomb has yielded a remarkable relic that is shedding new light on […]

Uncovering the Panagurishte Treasure In 1949, the quiet Bulgarian town of Panagurishte became the center of archaeological excitement. Workers stumbled upon a collection of ancient artifacts that would come to be known as the Panagurishte treasure. This remarkable find, dating back to the 4th century BC, offered a window into the sophisticated artistry and cultural […]

Introduction In the annals of ancient history, few artifacts hold as much significance as the Merneptah Stele. This ancient Egyptian inscription, dating back to the reign of Pharaoh Merneptah (1213-1203 BC), holds a unique place in the study of the ancient Near East. Why? It contains the earliest known reference to “Israel” in any Egyptian […]