Am J Biol Anthropol May 2024 PMID 38415956

Death in the high mountains: Evidence of interpersonal violence during Late Chalcolithic and Early Bronze Age at Roc de les Orenetes (Eastern Pyrenees, Spain).

Miguel Ángel Moreno-Ibáñez, Palmira Saladié, Iván Ramírez-Pedraza, Celia Díez-Canseco, Juan Luis Fernández-Marchena, Eni Soriano, Eudald Carbonell, Carlos Tornero

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect curiosity about the violent encounters evidenced in the remains, with posts like 'evidence of lethal confrontation' and comments emphasizing the gruesome and ritualistic nature of the findings. Words like 'creepiest' and references to Halloween align with a tone of intrigue and impact, showing that users view the research as significant in shedding light on past violence and societal behaviors.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of the study, especially the evidence of interpersonal violence during a significant prehistoric transition, reflecting general support for the findings.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate interest, often incorporating excitement or intrigue about the discoveries and their implications but without deep technical engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference the article and related discoveries, with some sharing links and summaries, indicating a reasonable level of active discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the potential influence of the research on understanding prehistoric violence and cultural transitions, suggesting a modest but meaningful impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigates incidents of interpersonal violence during the transition between the Chalcolithic and Bronze Age in the Eastern Pyrenees, aiming to contextualize these findings within Western Europe and differentiate them from secondary funerary treatments.
  • The analysis involved using metric and non-metric methods to determine the age and sex of skeletal remains, with injuries being examined through advanced microscopy techniques.
  • Results show that out of at least 51 individuals, six exhibited trauma likely from violence, predominantly affecting males, with sharp force injuries common on upper limbs and ribs, suggesting multiple violent encounters in a high-altitude setting.

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Miguel Angel Moreno-Ibáñez
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For more information and details, here is the link to the article, published (open access) in the American Journal of Biological Anthropology @AmJBioAnth: https://t.co/Ds6fLFgp5U Thanks for reaching the end of the thread (it was long, I know, so imagine how long is the paper

Feb 29, 2024 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 1,088 followers View post →
American Journal of Biological Anthropology
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The Roc de les Orenetes human remains assemblage displays evidence of lethal confrontation and interpersonal violence during the transition between the Late Chalcolithic and the Early Bronze Age in Western Europe. Read more about the site here >>> #AJBA https://t.co/ZQuFbZYwuV

Apr 11, 2024 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 2,381 followers View post →
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Dr. David Miano
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[NEW VIDEO] Think the past is polite? Think again. I spent a year tracking the creepiest discoveries. Evidence of ritual, violence, and beliefs that will give you the willies. Click here to watch, if you dare=> youtu.be/PFV1Cv-Njmc

Oct 16, 2025 · 6 likes · 4 shares View post →
David Miano
@DrDavidMiano · X

[NEW VIDEO] Think the past is polite? Think again. I spent a year tracking the creepiest discoveries. Evidence of ritual, violence, and beliefs that will give you the willies. Click here to watch, if you dare=> https://t.co/azHlbd2ldH https://t.co/ac5vQ8zV2T

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The Roc de les Orenetes human remains assemblage displays evidence of lethal confrontation and interpersonal violence during the transition between the Late Chalcolithic and the Early Bronze Age in Western Europe. Read more about the site here >>> #AJBA https://t.co/ZQuFbZYwuV

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For more information and details, here is the link to the article, published (open access) in the American Journal of Biological Anthropology @AmJBioAnth: https://t.co/Ds6fLFgp5U Thanks for reaching the end of the thread (it was long, I know, so imagine how long is the paper

Feb 29, 2024 · 11 likes · 3 shares · 1,088 followers View post →