Sutton Hoo Excavation
1. When was the discovery at Sutton hoo made? How did international events complicate the first excavation? What were some later findings?
Studies show that the discovery at sutton hoo made in 1939. It contained lots of wealth and artifacts. International events complicate the first excavation because the original excavation of the mounds was destroyed in World War 2. The only evidence was the picture of the reverts in the sand. Included in the treasure are some of the finest pieces of barbarian metalwork such as large gold belt buckle. There was also found a pair of cloisonné shoulder clasps, and the remains of a warrior's helmet.
2. What was the burial ship? What were some items found in the excavation? Ship burial or boat grave is a
Studies show that the discovery at sutton hoo made in 1939. It contained lots of wealth and artifacts. International events complicate the first excavation because the original excavation of the mounds was destroyed in World War 2. The only evidence was the picture of the reverts in the sand. Included in the treasure are some of the finest pieces of barbarian metalwork such as large gold belt buckle. There was also found a pair of cloisonné shoulder clasps, and the remains of a warrior's helmet.
2. What was the burial ship? What were some items found in the excavation? Ship burial or boat grave is a