When intern Erin Cullen unearthed a skull in a 17th-century cellar ... he used his arm to block a strong blow shortly before his death. That injury, along with the awkward burial, points to ...

But further details — such as the cause of death — may never be known ... that help paint a picture of daily life in a 17th-century military camp. Among the pieces found were buttons, needles ...

For the 17th century slave in Virginia ... knowing any punishment he inflicted, including death, would not result in even the slightest reprimand.

Visitors have been able to step into a reconstructed 17th-century Catholic church in Maryland for the first time – an opportunity over 320 years in the making. Historic St. Mary's City ...

did not have any other children following her death. "It's very unusual to have a 17th Century memorial to a baby," Mr Mounsey said. Mr Mounsey came into contact with Roger Baynham, a direct ...

Apparently executed during a late 17th century restoration of Cupid and Psyche, the forgotten works were in pristine condition and had been hidden for nearly two centuries. “My first feeling was ...

Archaeologists recently uncovered a trove of artifacts from a 17th-century military camp in Germany. Some of the findings could help shed light on a mysterious gravesite at the camp. Photo from ...