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Student Dig Unearths Medieval Viking Church
31 Aug
Summary
- Medieval Viking church remains discovered on a Scottish island.
- Students from Gordonstoun made the archaeological find.
- The discovery occurred during a field trip to the uninhabited Swona island.
Archaeological exploration by students has led to the discovery of what is believed to be a medieval Viking church. The find was made on Swona, a small and uninhabited island located in the Orkney archipelago of Scotland.
Pupils from Gordonstoun school made the significant discovery during an archaeological field trip. Swona is known for its wild cattle and lack of permanent human residents.
This unearthed structure offers potential new insights into the historical presence and activities of Vikings in the region. Further investigation is anticipated.
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