Discovery of 1.3 Million-Year-Old Human Remains in Spain Rewrites Migration History

New findings from Orce suggest early humans crossed the Strait of Gibraltar, altering previous theories of European settlement.

Researchers in Orce, Spain, have uncovered the oldest human remains in Europe, dating back 1.3 million years.
The study used paleomagnetism to precisely date the sediment layers where the remains were found.
Evidence supports the theory that early humans entered Europe by crossing the Strait of Gibraltar from Africa.
Stone tools and animal remains found at the site resemble those in North Africa, bolstering the migration route hypothesis.
The findings challenge previous beliefs about early human capabilities and their ability to navigate maritime barriers.