Meet the Kennewick Man: Face of 'most important' ancient American revealed after 8,500 years
Sky News • • science
Key Points:
- The Kennewick Man, a nearly 8,000-year-old skeleton discovered in Washington State in 1996, has had his facial features reconstructed for the first time using his skull and advanced anatomical and statistical methods.
- The facial reconstruction reveals a robust man who endured multiple physical traumas throughout his life, including bone fractures and a spear wound, indicating a life of continuous physical effort and survival.
- The skeleton shows evidence of significant dental wear, surfer's ear from cold water exposure, and mild osteoarthritis, with some injuries occurring close to the time of death, though the exact cause remains unknown.
- Standing about 5ft 8in and weighing 70-75kg, the Kennewick Man likely survived on
