The Iceman was found by two climbers, Erika and Helmut Simon, on the alps. He was found in a glacier that had moved to be inside the border of Italy. It is still unknown where the body originated. However, thanks to carbon dating, it is around 5300 years old, the oldest human body found! He had with him a dagger, fur hat, a shoe, birch bark containers, ax, cape, and a bow and quiver. It was, however, very disgusting (see bottom), and it was crudely removed. However, it has brought much evidence. It is a important science stepping stone into seeing what we did such a long time ago.
I found all this in
DISCOVERING THE ICEMAN, a book by Shelly Tanaka. It is a good book and if you enjoy this blog post you might want to get it.
I saw the ice man in Italy! Great story Van!
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