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Cranium of Homo rhodesiensis, discovered in Mutwe Wa Nsofu Area in a lead and zinc
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Cranium of Homo rhodesiensis, discovered in Mutwe Wa Nsofu Area in a lead and zinc
Cranium of Homo rhodesiensis, discovered in Mutwe Wa Nsofu Area in a lead and zinc mine in Broken Hill, Northern Rhodesia (now Kabwe, Zambia) on June 17, 1921 by Tom Zwiglaar, a Swiss miner. H. rhodesiensis is now mostly considered a synonym of Homo heidelbergensis, or possibly an African subspecies of Homo heidelbergensis sensu lato. Date: 1921
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Anthropology Archaeological Area Broken Cranium Discovery Find Fossil Hominid Homo Lead Mine Miner Rhodesia Rhodesian Skull Swiss Zambia Zinc 1921 Heidelbergensis Lato Synonym
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In this photograph, the cranium of Homo rhodesiensis, an early hominid discovered in the Mutwe Wa Nsofu area of Broken Hill, Northern Rhodesia (now Kabwe, Zambia), is showcased. The fossil was unearthed on June 17, 1921, by Tom Zwiglaar, a Swiss miner, in a lead and zinc mine. Homo rhodesiensis, also known as Rhodesian Man, is now mostly considered a synonym of Homo heidelbergensis or possibly an African subspecies of Homo heidelbergensis sensu lato. This significant archaeological find, dating back to the Middle Stone Age, offers valuable insights into the early human history of Africa. The discovery of Homo rhodesiensis challenged the prevailing theories of human evolution at the time, as it suggested that early Homo sapiens coexisted with other hominids in Africa much earlier than previously believed. The cranium, with its distinctive features, such as a prominent brow ridge and large braincase, provides a glimpse into the physical characteristics of our early ancestors. The discovery of Homo rhodesiensis in a lead and zinc mine underscores the importance of mining and exploration in uncovering our past. This fascinating find continues to captivate researchers and the public alike, contributing to our ever-evolving understanding of human history.
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