Human remains found on an ancient shipwreck will give researchers a glimpse into the past that was thought to be lost, according to researchers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic institute.
The world-renowned research site in Falmouth, Massachusetts, has been studying recently discovered human remains in the ancient shipwreck of Antikythera in the Aegean Sea.
Researchers say in this era of DNA analysis, this discovery could give historians a look into the lives of the crew on the ship.
Once permission is obtained by Greek authorities, the samples will be sent to labs for extensive analysis. If enough DNA is found within the bones, it could identity the ethnicity and geographic origin of the people on the ship.
Remains found on the ship included a human skull, long bones from the arm and legs, ribs and others. There are still some remains embedded in the sea floor and their removal is expected in the near future.
The site is the largest and oldest shipwreck found and was said to hold the remains of Greek trading and artifacts, it is located off the island of Antikythera.
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