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Roman skeleton with 'bent feet' found at Dorset quarry

The Skeleton of a Roman man who had his feet bent backwards to fit in his coffin has been found in a quarry in Dorset. Tests are being carried out to find out how the man died  [Credit: Hills Quarry]Archaeologists made the discovery at Woodsford, near Dorchester, where they have been carrying out excavations for several years. Thames Valley Archaeological Services said the man died in his 20s or 30s. Tests are being carried out...

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