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Egyptian Retainer Sacrifice Evidence

Updated 2026-10-05 05:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

New forensic evidence supports the theory of a retainer sacrifice in ancient Egypt, with 39 percent of skulls showing signs of fatal trauma.

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Ars Technica
Fresh analysis of First Dynasty mass burials finds signs of fatal blunt force trauma on 39 percent of skulls
2026-10-05 04:00 UTC
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