New research has found that the boulders at Stonehenge were taken to the monument’s site by humans, rather than dragged there by glaciers. Thousands of years old, the monument has long been the subject of debate for archaeologists, especially regarding how its massive stones—some sourced over 140 miles (225 kilometers) away—were transported.
Now, a study led by Prof. Richard Bevins and published in the Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports concludes there is “no evidence” that glaciers played a role. Instead, the findings support the theory that Neolithic people deliberately moved the stones from west Wales to Salisbury Plain using early engineering methods and sheer human effort.
While the monument has been known for its cultural significance, experts believe there was a political significance too, particularly regarding unity among British farmers.
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