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Melting Norwegian ice reveals 5,000-year-old arrow
Original: 5,000-year-old arrow emerges as Norway’s melting mountain ice reveals older archaeological finds https:// archaeologymag
A 5,000-year-old arrow has emerged from melting mountain ice in Norway, part of a growing series of archaeological discoveries being exposed as glaciers and ice patches retreat. Finds preserved in ice for millennia are now surfacing at increasing pace, with researchers noting the thaw is revealing older artifacts than previously recorded. Commenters highlight both the scientific value of the discoveries and the climate change driving them.
Why now: Climate change is accelerating glacier melt, releasing well-preserved ancient artifacts that draw public and scientific attention.
Evidence
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