Episode 088 - The Lake Mungo Remains
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The discovery of Mungo Man, one of the most significant archaeological finds in Australia, took place near Lake Mungo, New South Wales, on February 26, 1974. Mungo Man is the...
mostra másMungo Man's remains were remarkable not only because of their age but also due to the evidence of early burial practices. His body was cremated, suggesting a complex and ritualistic approach to death by early Aboriginal people. The site has since become a UNESCO World Heritage area, known as the Willandra Lakes Region, which continues to offer valuable insights into the history and culture of Australia's first people.
Mungo Man's discovery provided a critical piece of the puzzle in understanding the deep human history of Australia, challenging previous assumptions about the timeline of human migration across the globe.
Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the history of Lake Mungo, its Lady and the Mungo Man.
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