The Inca Empire had no conventional writing system like the alphabetic scripts used in Europe. Instead, the Inca used quipu—systems of knotted cords—to record information.
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Thousands of shattered fragments were discovered beneath London. Piece by piece, archaeologists reconstructed them—revealing the elaborate decoration of a wealthy Roman home lost for nearly 2,000 years.
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This video explores the St. Lucia's Flood of 1287, a catastrophic event that devastated the Netherlands. It examines the storm surge's impact, the loss of life, and the lasting effects on the landscape, while emphasizing the importance of preparedness in the face of nature's power. #naturaldisasters #flooding #germany #history #ancienthistory
Read more: https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-important-events/st-lucias-flood-0018127