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Roman Era Barbarians Used Stimulants with Tiny Spoons in Battle

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gizmodo

A study by Polish researchers suggests that Germanic warriors from Northern Europe during the Roman period may have used stimulants to prepare for battle. This challenges the belief that only Mediterranean civilizations used narcotics in antiquity. The hypothesis is based on spoon-shaped artifacts found at archaeological sites, which may have been used to measure doses of substances like poppy, hemp, and fungi. The study implies that the use of stimulants could have been more widespread among Germanic tribes than previously thought, potentially impacting wartime economies.

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Roman-Era Barbarians Used Stimulants in Battle, Study Finds

Originally Published 1 year ago — by ScienceAlert

Archaeologists and biologists have analyzed tiny spoon-shaped artifacts found in Roman-era Germanic warrior burial sites, suggesting they may have been used to dispense stimulants during battles. These spoons, often found with weaponry, indicate possible drug use among barbarians, challenging the assumption that alcohol was their only drug. The study, published in Praehistorische Zeitschrift, explores potential stimulants like opium and nightshades, highlighting the historical use of drugs for medicinal and ritual purposes.

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