Human burial was once seen as a unique trait of Homo sapiens, setting us apart from extinct ancestors.
However, archaeologists have found clues suggesting that human ancestors living between 240,000 and 500,000 years ago may have intentionally buried their dead—and even marked the “graves.” But some argue the claim is exceptionally hard to prove.
The Stone Age spanned over 2 million years, concluding around 3300 B.C. with the advent of the Bronze Age and metalwork.
Despite the perception of primitive cavemen, Stone Age humans and our ancestors were surprisingly advanced problem-solvers who thrived in challenging environments. Recent research reveals that we share more similarities with them than previously believed.
The oldest known prehistoric art was not created in a cave but on a rock face in South Africa 73,000 years ago, predating any known cave art. Learn more.
A look at how the human race has survived throughout the ages.
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