Ancient European Battlefield Unveils Secrets of Bronze Age Warfare

Archaeologists uncover evidence of a massive 1250 BC battle in Germany's Tollense Valley, revealing surprising details about early European conflicts.

• Excavations in the Tollense Valley have unearthed remains from a major battle fought around 1250 BC, making it Europe's oldest known battlefield.
• Researchers discovered bronze arrowheads from different regions, indicating that armies from as far as 400 miles apart clashed in the battle.
• The battle is part of a series of conflicts during the Late Bronze Age Collapse, a period marked by widespread instability and societal upheaval.
• The findings suggest that Bronze Age European fighting forces were highly mobile and well-organized, challenging previous assumptions about their capabilities.
• The Tollense Valley battle may have been over control of a critical trade route, highlighting the economic and strategic importance of the region.

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