Archaeologists uncover ancient skeleton in Belgium made from bones of five individuals over 2,500 years

Archaeologists in Belgium discovered a skeleton made of bones from at least five individuals, spanning 2,500 years. Initially thought to be from the Roman era, the skeleton was found to contain Neolithic bones dating back to 7000-3000 B.C. The skeleton was excavated from a Roman cremation cemetery in Pommerœul. Radiocarbon dating revealed that the remains included a Roman woman's skull alongside Neolithic bones, raising questions about the burial's origins and purpose. Researchers suggest that Romans may have disturbed an ancient grave and added the skull and a bone pin. The reasons behind this composite burial remain unclear, but it highlights a connection between different cultures over time.