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Ancient Bone May Be First Proof of Hannibal's Elephants
Ancient Elephant Bone
May Prove Hannibal Legend
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Ancient Elephant Bone May Prove Hannibal Legend

Fossil in Spain appears to back up the notion that he used the animals centuries ago

(Newser) - A bone from an elephant foot discovered under a fallen wall in southern Spain may be the first tangible proof that Hannibal really did march war elephants through Europe, reports the BBC . Archaeologists say the 4-inch foot bone, uncovered at an Iron Age site known as Colina de los Quemados...

NC Gunman's Wife Worked at Rampage Scene

(Newser) - The wife of the man charged with killing 8 yesterday worked at the North Carolina nursing home he chose for his murderous rampage, the New York Times reports. Local police said gunman Robert Stewart was likely separated from Wanda Luck, but declined to say if she was in the building...

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