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Can Archaeologists Solve This 400-Year-Old Village Feud? | Time Team

202349 minPGdocumentary

In the village of Wicken, archaeologists investigate the historical roots of a 400-year-old feud stemming from the merger of two distinct communities.

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Can Archaeologists Solve This 400-Year-Old Village Feud? | Time Team

2023• 49 minPG

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In the village of Wicken, archaeologists investigate the historical roots of a 400-year-old feud stemming from the merger of two distinct communities.

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In the village of Wicken, located on the outskirts of New Town, a historical dispute has persisted for over 400 years regarding the origins of its two merged communities. Archaeologist Tony Robinson and his team investigate the village's complex history to determine which of the original settlements is older. The residents have invited the team to provide clarity on this long-standing local contention, highlighting the significance of historical identity in contemporary community dynamics.

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