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This image displays a single page from a bound collection or scrapbook, which appears to be an article clipped from a newspaper and preserved. The page is dated April 6, 1968, and is marked as an “Extract from Illustrated London News, London,” sourced from the “International Press-Cutting Bureau” in London.
The headline of the article is:
AND THE SONS OF HERAKLES
This is noted as “The first of two articles.”
The article reports on archaeological discoveries made during the 9th and 10th campaigns of an expedition at the Lydian capital, Sardis (in modern-day Turkey). The key findings include:
The article also acknowledges contributions from professors at Harvard, Cornell, and the Corning Museum of Glass, and funding sources including the Old Dominion Foundation and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
There are three black-and-white photographs, numbered and captioned at the bottom:
Top-left photo: Shows an archaeological dig at Ahlatlı Tepecik, with scaffolding and excavation equipment, overlooking a plain.
Caption: “On the shores of the Gygean Lake, at the point marked with an arrow, a Prehistoric cemetery was found, with evidence of a settlement of the 3rd millennium BC. The pylon in the foreground unfortunately stands on one of the ancient burial mounds.”
Bottom-left photo: A close-up view inside a rock-cut tomb or chamber, showing skeletal remains on the ground and a dark, shadowy entrance.
Caption: “During the excavation of a Lydian chamber tomb at Duman Tepe, it was found that the corridor was piled high with the skeletons of some 150 Christian men, women, and children of the Late Roman and Early Byzantine period. The reason for this entombment is as yet unknown.”
Right-side photo: The interior of a stone corridor or tomb, with smooth, finely cut masonry walls and a view into a dark chamber beyond.
Caption: “The corridor of the Lydian chamber tomb, after the remains seen in 2 had been cleared away. This is taken from the same viewpoint and looks along the corridor into the antechamber and the actual tomb chamber. This is the largest tomb found so far in the Bin Tepe cemetery and is notable for the excellent quality of its masonry. It has been recently robbed.”
The page is preserved in what looks like a hardcover scrapbook or archive binder with a tan cover. The paper is slightly yellowed, suggesting age, and shows signs of handling — including small annotations in blue ink (e.g., “- 6 APR 1968” and a circled “C” at the bottom), possibly indicating cataloging or indexing by a librarian or researcher. A small blue paperclip is attached to the margin near the top left.
This page serves as a historical record of pivotal archaeological work in the late 1960s, blending textual reporting with photographic documentation to convey significant discoveries related to ancient Lydian, prehistoric, and early Christian cultures in Turkey.
The image appears to be a news article from the Illustrated London News, dated April 6, 1968, discussing archaeological findings related to the Sardis expedition. The article is titled "AND THE SONS OF HERAKLES" and is the first of two articles. It focuses on the excavations conducted in Lydia, in present-day Turkey, particularly on the shores of the Gygean Lake.
The article mentions the discovery of a prehistoric cemetery and settlement from the 3rd millennium BC, along with the discovery of burials and artifacts related to the "sons of Herakles." It also discusses findings from the Lydian chamber tomb at Duman Tepe, which contained the skeletons of 150 Christian men, women, and children from the Late Roman and Early Byzantine period.
The article is accompanied by three photographs:
The article provides details about the archaeological work conducted by the Sardis expedition, including the discoveries made during their ninth and tenth campaigns. It also mentions the involvement of various institutions and individuals, such as Professor George M.A. Hanfmann and Professor A. Henry Detweiler, as well as the cooperation of the Harvard Fogg Museum, Cornell University, and the Corning Museum of Glass. The article concludes with a note about the potential significance of the discoveries in understanding the transition between the Early Bronze Age and the Iron Age in Lydia.
The image shows a page from a publication, specifically from the International Press-Cutting Bureau dated April 6, 1968, and it is an extract from the Illustrated London News. The page is titled "AND THE SONS OF HERAKLES" and is the first of two articles. The content discusses archaeological findings related to the ancient city of Sardis in Turkey, mentioning the discoveries made during the ninth and tenth excavation campaigns.
The page includes three black-and-white photographs:
The first photograph shows a landscape with a large metal structure, possibly a utility pole, and a body of water in the background. There is an arrow pointing to a specific area on the shore, indicating the site of a prehistoric cemetery with evidence of a settlement from the 3rd millennium BC.
The second photograph is a close-up of a Lydian chamber tomb, showing the corridor filled with the remains of approximately 150 Christian men, women, and children from the Late Roman and Early Byzantine period. The reason for this entombment is unknown.
The third photograph shows the corridor of the Lydian chamber tomb after the remains have been cleared away, providing a view along the corridor into the antechamber and the actual tomb chamber. The tomb is noted for its excellent masonry and is the largest found so far in the Bin Tepe cemetery.
The article mentions professors George M.A. Hanfmann of Harvard and A. Henry Detweiler of Cornell, who describe their findings from the 1966 and 1967 excavations. It also lists various institutions and foundations that cooperated or provided funding for the project. The text discusses the historical and archaeological significance of the findings, including the cultural context and the potential to fill gaps in the understanding of the Early Bronze Age and the Iron Age of Lydia.
The open book shows a page from a magazine. The title of the article is "And the Sons of Heracles". It is dated April 6, 1968. The article has four pictures. The first one is a black-and-white picture of a stone wall with a wooden pole next to it. The second one is a picture of a rock formation with a hole in the middle. The third one is a picture of a pile of bones. The fourth one is a picture of a stone wall with a hole in the middle.
The image shows a page from a magazine or journal with an article titled "AND THE SONS OF HERAKLES" and "The first of two articles". The article is about archaeological excavations in Lydia, an ancient region in western Turkey. The page contains several black and white photographs of archaeological sites and artifacts, as well as text describing the discoveries. The photographs include images of a tunnel, a stone wall, and a stone box. The text discusses the discovery of a prehistoric settlement, a fish-drying station, and burials from the Iron Age. The article also mentions the discovery of a bronze dagger and other artifacts.
The image shows a page from a historical or archaeological publication, likely a newspaper or magazine clipping, dated April 6, 1968. The page is titled "AND THE SONS OF HERAKLES" and appears to be part of a series of articles, as indicated by the text at the top right: "The first of two articles." The content discusses archaeological discoveries, particularly focusing on the Gygean Lake in Lydia (modern-day Turkey) and the findings related to the sons of Herakles (Heracles).
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The page presents a scholarly and detailed account of archaeological discoveries in Lydia, emphasizing the significance of the finds in understanding ancient cultures, particularly the Herakles cult and Prehistoric settlements. The combination of text and photographs makes it a rich resource for historians, archaeologists, and enthusiasts of ancient civilizations.
The image depicts a page from an old magazine or newspaper, featuring a black-and-white photograph of an archaeological site. The photograph is divided into three sections, showcasing different aspects of the site.
The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a sense of discovery and exploration, as if the photographer is uncovering hidden secrets of the past. The use of black-and-white photography adds a sense of nostalgia and timelessness to the image, emphasizing the importance of preserving historical sites for future generations.
The image depicts a page from an old book or magazine, featuring two articles about archaeological excavations. The top article, titled "AND THE SONS OF HERAKLES," discusses the discovery of a prehistoric settlement at Gygean Lake in Sardis, Turkey. The article includes black-and-white photographs of the excavation site and artifacts found there.
The bottom article appears to be a continuation of the first, with more photographs of the excavation site and artifacts. The text is too small to read clearly, but it seems to provide additional information about the excavation and its findings.
Overall, the image suggests that the book or magazine is focused on archaeology and history, and that the articles are intended to inform readers about recent discoveries and research in the field.
The image presents a scanned page from a book or journal, featuring an article titled "AND THE SONS OF HERAKLES" in large black text at the top. The article is accompanied by three black-and-white photographs, which appear to be related to archaeological excavations.
In summary, the image shows a scanned page from a book or journal featuring an article about archaeological excavations at Sardis, accompanied by three black-and-white photographs. The article discusses the discovery of a Prehistoric settlement on the shores of the Gygean Lake and the excavation of tombs and burial sites.
The image presents a scanned newspaper clipping from the "Illustrated London News" dated April 6, 1968. The article, titled "AND THE SONS OF HERAKLES," is accompanied by three black-and-white photographs.
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Overall, the image provides a glimpse into an archaeological discovery from 1968, highlighting the importance of the find and its significance in understanding the history of the region.