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archaeology2 years ago

"Amateur Archaeologists Uncover Roman Dodecahedron in UK"

Amateur archaeologists in the UK unearthed a well-preserved Roman dodecahedron, a 12-sided metal object, during a dig in a farmer's field near the village of Norton Disney. The object, believed to date back to the first to third centuries A.D., has puzzled experts for centuries due to its lack of written descriptions in Roman writings. The discovery sheds light on the Roman presence in the area, and archaeologists hope to return to the site for further exploration.

entertainment2 years ago

"The Hidden Disney Village: A Lincolnshire Tribute in Every Film Since 2006"

Walt Disney made an impromptu visit to the village of Norton Disney in Lincolnshire, UK, in 1949 to trace his ancestry and discovered the family crest of his reputed ancestor, Sir William d'Isney, on a tomb in St Peter's Church. As a tribute, the three lions from the crest have been featured in the title sequence of every Disney film since 2006. The crest is also displayed at Disneyland parks worldwide.