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Editorial illustration of Howard Carter peering into King Tut's tomb

ARCHAEOLOGY HISTORY

Why Was King Tut's Tomb Important?

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Editorial illustration of King Tut's golden death mask

ARCHAEOLOGY

Why Is King Tut So Famous?

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Comparison of Cleopatra coin portrait and marble bust

Ancient History

How Cleopatra Really Looked, Really Died, and Where She Is Really Buried

Cleopatra is one of history's most famous figures - yet no one knows what she truly looked like, how she actually died, or where her body is buried. Here is what the real evidence says.

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Illustration contrasting the popular horned Viking helmet image with the real Gjermundbu helmet

History Explained

Did Vikings Wear Horned Helmets?

Almost certainly not. Archaeologists have found virtually no evidence that Viking warriors wore horned helmets in battle. The iconic image was largely invented in the 19th century by Romantic artists and opera costume designers. Real Viking helmets looked completely different.

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