CLEAN : Bones unearthed at Waterloo two centuries after battle

The video discusses the challenges faced during an archaeological excavation on a Napoleonic battlefield. It highlights the discovery of human remains, including a complete skeleton and an amputated leg, and explores the rarity of such burial deposits. The team reflects on their findings and the significance of their work, noting that this is the first grave pit encountered since 2015. The video concludes with team insights and remarks on the excavation process.

What was discovered alongside the human skeleton?

• An amputated leg

• A complete set of armor

• A treasure chest

• A historical document

What was one of the challenges mentioned in retrieving bodies from the battlefield?

• Lack of transportation

• Rules about body retrieval

• Hostile weather conditions

• Shortage of manpower

How rare is it to find burial deposits on Napoleonic battlefields?

• Not rare at all

• Incredibly rare

• Somewhat common

• Very common

Since when have the archaeologists been working at the site?

• 2005

• 2015

• 2010

• 2020

What was the only other complete skeleton found during the construction of?

• A museum

• A hospital

• A library

• A school

What is the significance of the grave pit discovered?

• It contains valuable artifacts

• It was found by accident

• It is the first of its kind found since 2015

• It is a common find in the area

What does the final section of the transcript primarily consist of?

• Unrelated phrases and incomplete thoughts

• A list of future plans

• Detailed historical analysis

• A summary of findings