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Angola dam site yields oldest dated burials and stone structures from 1400s

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Archaeologists in central Angola have uncovered the country's oldest radiocarbon-dated burials while excavating a site ahead of its flooding by a hydroelectric dam. The discoveries date to the early 15th century, predating European contact with the region. Among the finds are Angola's earliest known stone structures and its only recorded ancient urn cremation. The excavations were made possible after landmines were cleared from the area. Researchers say the findings offer new evidence of organised communities and established burial traditions in the region before European arrival.

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