Scientists have discovered that the stones used in the Devil’s Arrows, Britain’s tallest standing stone alignment, were transported by humans from Brimham Rocks, 18 kilometers away, rather than moved by glaciers. This finding, published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society A, highlights the significant efforts of Neolithic communities in creating sacred landscapes. The study adds to the understanding of megalithic structures like Stonehenge, where stones were also transported over long distances. Recent analyses have traced Stonehenge’s stones to various locations, including the Orkney region in Scotland and Marlborough Downs in England. These discoveries challenge previous theories about glacial movement and emphasize human ingenuity in ancient times.
QUESTION: How might understanding the transportation of ancient stones change our perception of Neolithic societies and their capabilities?
Prehistoric builders transported Devil’s Arrows 11 miles
