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Evidence of Cannibalism Unearthed in 18,000-Year-Polish Cave

Researchers found evidence of cannibalism among Magdalenian people, dating back 18,000 years, including the consumption of human brains.
The study analyzed 63 human bone fragments from the Maszycha Cave in Poland, revealing intentional cut marks for nutritional purposes.
Currently, five sites in Europe show clear evidence of cannibalism in this era, suggesting it was part of the culture.
Lead author Francesc Marginedas stated that the findings rule out funerary treatment without consumption, indicating nutritional exploitation.

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