Lost in the Wild:
Viking swords in the Swiss Alps: In 2011, hikers stumbled upon two perfectly preserved Viking swords dating back to the 9th or 10th century, buried high in the Swiss Alps. Theories suggest they could have been lost by warriors crossing a mountain pass.
Civil War cannon in a Michigan lake: In 2017, divers discovered a well-preserved cannon from the American Civil War submerged in a Michigan lake. It's still unclear how it ended up there, but it offers a glimpse into the region's forgotten history.
WWII tank hidden in a farmer's field: In 2017, a British farmer unearthed a Sherman tank buried in his field. The tank, believed to be American, likely participated in the D-Day invasion and was possibly used as target practice after the war.
Unexpected Relics in Unassuming Places:
Roman catapult parts in a London backyard: During renovations in 2012, London residents discovered remnants of a Roman catapult in their backyard. This find shed light on London's early defenses and provided valuable archaeological data.
WWII bomber engine in a Canadian church: In 2012, renovations at a Canadian church revealed a hidden Lancaster bomber engine from WWII. The engine was likely salvaged and donated to the church after the war.
Medieval armor in a Scottish castle moat: In 2017, archaeologists excavating a castle moat in Scotland unearthed a complete suit of 15th-century armor. This well-preserved find helped piece together the lives and fighting styles of medieval knights.
Beyond Earth:
Apollo 11 moon mirror on the lunar surface: Astronauts from Apollo 11 left a laser reflecting mirror on the Moon in 1969. Scientists use this mirror to measure the Earth-Moon distance with incredible accuracy.
Fallen satellites: Hundreds of defunct satellites and spacecraft orbit Earth, some containing potentially hazardous materials. These "space junk" relics serve as a reminder of our growing footprint in space and the need for responsible space exploration.
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