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Oct 15, 2026 at 12:07 PM ET
Researchers identify possible ancient spear wound
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Researchers say a round hole in a Neanderthal fossil’s shoulder blade could be the earliest known evidence of ancient humans attacking one another with wooden spears. The finding is based on the fossil remains.
WHO: Researchers
WHAT: Researchers say a hole in a Neanderthal fossil’s shoulder blade could be the earliest known evidence of an attack with a wooden spear.
WHEN: Reported Oct 15, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Researchers interpret the shoulder-blade hole as possible evidence of an ancient attack with a wooden spear.
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